IEBC - Commission Secretary / Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Commission Secretaries

Republic of Kenya

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)

Vacancies in the Positions of Commission Secretary/ Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Commission Secretaries

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is an independent Constitutional Commission established under Article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya.

The Commission is responsible for conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by the constitution and any other elections as prescribed by an Act of Parliament and in particular for:

(a) the continuous registration of citizens as voters;

(b) the regular revision of the voters’ roll;

(c) the delimitation of constituencies and wards in accordance with the Constitution;

(d) the regulation of the process by which parties nominate candidates for elections;

(e) the settlement of electoral disputes, including disputes relating to or arising from nominations, but excluding election petitions and disputes subsequent to the declaration of election results;

(f) the registration of candidates for election;

(g) voter education;

(h) the facilitation of the observation, monitoring and evaluation of elections;

(i) the regulation of the amount of money that may be spent by or on behalf of a candidate or party in respect of any election;

(j) the development and enforcement of a code of conduct for candidates and parties contesting elections;

(k) the monitoring of compliance with the legislation required by Article 82 (1) (b) of the Constitution relating to nomination of candidates by parties;

(l) the investigation and prosecution of electoral offences by candidates, political parties or their agents pursuant to Article 157(12) of the Constitution;

(m) the use of appropriate technology and approaches in the performance of its functions;

(n) such other functions as are provided for by the Constitution or any other written law.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is committed to upholding national values and principles of governance as enshrined in Article 10 and the values and principles of public service in Article 232(1) and (2) of the Constitution.

These values and principles are fundamental to the mandate of IEBC in ensuring credible, transparent, free and fair elections.

Pursuant to the provisions of Articles 248(2), 250 (12) and 252(1) (c) of the Constitution of Kenya and Sections 10(1), 11 and 12 of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Act of 2011, the Commission hereby invites applications for the positions of Commission Secretary/ Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Commission Secretaries.

I. Commission Secretary / Chief Executive Officer

Ref. V.NO/IEBC/1/2011

Functions and Duties of Commission Secretary

The Secretary shall, in the performance of the functions and duties of office, be responsible, answerable and report to the Commission.

The Secretary shall be the Chief Executive Officer and the Accounting Officer of the Commission.

The Secretary shall ensure the implementation of the Commission’s decisions, policies and programmes.

Specifically the secretary shall be responsible for:

• providing requisite leadership to the secretariat to ensure the Commission attains high level of professionalism and ethical standards in its entire mandate policies and programmes;
• heading the Secretariat which shall perform the day to day administrative functions of the Commission;
• preparing the Commission’s annual plans and estimates;
• overseeing financial and administrative management of the Commission;
• driving the Commission’s vision and mission through the implementation of its strategic plan;
• mobilizing and managing the resources of the Commission to achieve its core mandate;
• assignment of duties and supervision of all employees of the Commission;
• facilitating, co-coordinating and ensuring execution of Commission’s mandate;
• ensuring staff compliance with public ethics and values;
• all the Commissions documents as the chief custodian; and
• the performance of such other duties as may be assigned by the law and Commission.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience for Appointment

• be a citizen of Kenya;
• holds a degree from a recognized university;
• have at least five years’ proven relevant experience at management level in either: electoral matters, management, finance, governance, public administration, law, political science;
• Masters Degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage;
• must be computer literate;
• meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Duration of Service

The secretary shall hold office for a term of five years but shall be eligible for re-appointment for one further term of five years.

II. Deputy Commission Secretary (Operations)

Ref. V.NO/IEBC/2/2011

The Deputy Commission Secretary (Operations) is one of the deputies to the Commission Secretary/CEO in the management of the Secretariat and is responsible for direct supervision of the core functions including voter registration, electoral operations, voter education, political party liaison and related activities.

A key part of this role is ensuring synergy within the support functions to deliver results.

Functions and Duties of the Deputy Commission Secretary (Operations)

• Responsible for planning the electoral cycle and operational planning of electoral events.
• Responsible for the management and coordination of the Commission’s regional electoral offices.
• Monitor and ensure the effective and efficient performance of core functions including; voter education, voter registration, boundary databases, electoral operations and electoral dispute resolution.
• Responsible for integration of appropriate technology in electoral operations and processes.
• Advising on the electoral cycle planning and management including development of proposals for reforms and change initiatives.
• Overseeing the development of a voter registration plan, structures and processes to deliver a certified and credible National Voter Register.
• Overseeing the development of voter education plans, strategies and collaborations.
• Coordinating the development of the electoral calendar and manage its execution.
• Overseeing electoral logistics, warehouse management for the Headquarter and the regions.
• Working closely with the Commission Secretary/CEO and Deputy Commission Secretary (Support Services) to ensure synergy in order todeliver results
• Perform such other duties that maybe assigned by the Commission.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience for Appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Holds a degree from a recognized University in Social Sciences, Public, Finance, Law, Business Administration or any other degree in any other related and relevant field;
• have at least five years’ proven relevant experience at senior management level with a demonstrated track record in delivering significant strategic initiatives;
• Proven experience or a strong appreciation of electoral administration or electoral reform is mandatory;
• Masters Degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Must be computer literate.

Duration of Service

The Deputy Commission Secretary (Operations) shall hold office for a term of five years but shall be eligible for re-appointment for one further term of five years.

III. Deputy Commission Secretary (Support Services)

Ref. V.NO/IEBC/3/2011

The Deputy Commission Secretary (Support Services) is one of the deputies to the Commission Secretary/CEO to the in the management of the Secretariat and is responsible for direct supervision of the support functions of the Commission which includes human resources, financial services, legal, ICT services, research and Development services.

A key part of this role is ensuring synergy within the support functions to deliver results.

Functions and Duties of the Deputy Commission Secretary (Support Services)

• Responsible for the day-to-day professional management of the Commission’s support services functions.
• Responsible for the management and coordination of the Commission’s support services functions.
• Overseeing the Commission’s procurement and warehousing functions and ensure compliance with the Public Procurement and disposal regulations.
• Providing strategic direction in the performance of the Commission’s support function and operations and ensure periodic reporting.
• Overseeing the adequate staffing the Commission with competent, efficient and effective employees.
• Overseeing the outside public’s communication function of the Commission.
• Working closely with the Commission Secretary/CEO and the Deputy Commission Secretary (Operations) to ensure delivery of Commissionskey results
• Perform such other duties that maybe assigned by the Commission.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience for Appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Holds a degree from a recognized University in Social Sciences, Public, Finance, Law, Business Administration, Logistics or any other degree in any other related and relevant field;
• Have at least five years’ proven relevant experience at senior management level with a demonstrated track record in delivering significant strategic initiatives;
• Proven experience or a strong appreciation of electoral administration or electoral reform process is mandatory;
• Masters Degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Must be computer literate.

Duration of Service

The Deputy Commission Secretary (Support Services) shall hold office for a term of five years but shall be eligible for re-appointment for one further term of five years.

Integrity Clearance

In addition to the qualifications set above, the applicants must further meet and evidence the following clearances:

a) Director, Ethics and Anti-Corruption (EACC)

b) Director, Criminal Investigation Department (CID)

c) Commissioner General, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

d) Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)

e) Chief Executive Officer, Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

f) Professional bodies (where applicable) to which the applicant belongs such as LSK, ICPAK, AAK, IEK etc

g) Credit Reference Bureau Africa Limited or MetropolCredit Reference Bureau.

Security Clearance

All shortlisted applicants may be subjected by the Commission to a security clearance by National Security and Intelligence Service (NSIS).

Application Submissions

An applicant must clearly indicate the position and vacancy number to which they are applying for;

(b) Interested Candidates are requested to submit their duly completed IEBC Application Form together with an up-to-date curriculum vitae, copies of Certificates and testimonials, email and telephone contacts together with names, telephone and email contacts of three (3) referees who
must be familiar with the candidates previous work experience;

(c) The IEBC Application Form is available at the IEBC website (www.iebc.or.ke) or may be collected from 6th Floor, Anniversary Towers, University Way, Nairobi;

(d) Applications and supporting documents shall be -

i. Delivered to the IEBC Chairperson, 6th Floor, Anniversary Towers, University Way, Nairobi; and/or

ii. Submitted electronically as PDF format attachment to recruit@iebc.or.ke

(e) All submitted applications must be referenced;

(f) Applications shall be addressed to -

The Chairperson,
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), 6th
Floor, Anniversary Towers, University Way,
P.O. Box 45371-00100, GPO, Nairobi.

To reach the IEBC Chairperson on or before 5:00 PM on Tuesday, 10th January 2012.

Disqualification Criteria

The following persons are and/or will be excluded:

(a) Any person who has at any time within the preceding five years, held office, or stood for election in Parliamentary or civic elections;

(b) Any person who has been a member of a governing body or any political party or affiliated groups to those political parties in the last five years;

(c) Any person adversely mentioned in any report by a Commission of Inquiry or any Parliamentary Committee Report;

(d) Any person who canvasses directly, indirectly, by proxy, by emissary, by tribal or clan whipping, by pressure groups, by other associations or in any other way;

(e) Any person who, knowingly, willingly and blatantly lies, misrepresents, cheats and fails to disclose material facts.

Important Notice

i) Names of all applicants and the interview schedule of the shortlisted shall be published in the print media and in the Commission’s website: www.iebc.or.ke after the closure of the advert.

ii) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

The Chairperson,
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC),
6th Floor, Anniversary Towers, University Way,
P.O. Box 45371-00100 GPO, Nairobi

KENET Learning Technologies Director, Shared Services Manager, Assistant Applications Developer, Communications Officer and Accountant

KENET is seeking to fill the following positions:

1. Director, Learning Technologies

One Position

This position reports to the Executive Director/CEO of KENET and will be responsible for promoting and piloting the use of modern learning technologies to transform higher education in KENET member institutions.

This will be achieved through carefully designed professional development programs for senior university leadership, faculty and researchers.

In addition, the position will design and coordinate innovative and demonstration teaching and learning with technology projects in collaboration with member institutions.

This position will suitable for candidates who are already faculty members in one of the KENET member universities and who are willing to provide academic leadership in the use of learning technologies to transform and enhance the quality of university education in Kenya.

Suitable candidates will be expected to have the following qualifications and experience:

• A PhD in ICT (ICT includes electrical engineering, computer science, information systems) or in educational technology from a recognized university.
• Applicants who are about to complete relevant PhD studies will be considered
• At least five years' experience as a teaching faculty member in a recognized university, preferably in Africa
• Experience in modern teaching and curriculum development methods and student assessment.
• Demonstrated excellent teaching skills at university level (evidence based on teaching portfolio or teaching awards).
• Experience in the use of teaching portfolio or equivalent tool for assessment and documenting teaching experience at university level
• Experience in developing e-learning materials and other online materials.
• Experience in academic leadership and working with senior leadership of universities
• Ability to attract grants from industry and foundations will be mandatory Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and other collaborative tools)
• Demonstrated high ethical and moral standards

2. Shared Services Manager

One Position

This position reports to the Head of Infrastructure and will provide existing and new members of KENET with a single point of contact on al! shared services offered by KENET.

The suitable candidate will be responsible for promoting and developing innovative shared services in collaboration with member institutions and managing the relationship between KENET and member institutions.

Suitable candidates will be expected to have the following qualifications and experience;

• An undergraduate degree in engineering, computer science, or information systems from a recognized university with advanced knowledge of information systems and marketing acquired through experience or a higher degree in information systems or business administration.
• At least one year experience as a network or system administrator with a large organization, ISP or telecom operator.
• At least three years relevant experience as an account manager or as a sales and marketing professional or IT manager in large a organization
• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English language
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and other collaborative tools)
• Demonstrated high ethical and moral standards

3. Assistant Web and Mobile Applications Developer

One Position

This position reports to the Network Operations Manager and will be responsible for the requirement analysis, conceptive design, and formulation of architecture, implementation, system integration, testing, documentation and deployment of web and mobile applications/ systems at KENET.

This is an entry level /trainee position for recent information systems or computer science graduates.

Suitable candidates will be expected to have the following qualifications and experience:

• B.S. Computer Science, Information systems or equivalent with specialization in applications developments
• Knowledge in developing embedded applications for a wide range of mobile platforms (e.g. Android, iOS, LINUX, Windows Mobile/.NET Compact Framework, Meego, Blackberry).
• Web application development experience (eg. Ajax, PHP, JavaScript, Ruby on Rail, JSP, Python).
• Familiarity or experience with databases (e.g. MySQL, Oracle, PostgresSQL)
• At least six months relevant experience obtained through employment or internship as a web and/or mobile application developer.
• Excellent oral and written technical communication skills in English language
• Demonstrated high moral and ethical standards

4. Communications Officer

One Position

This position reports to the Executive Director/CEO of KENET and the focal point within the KENET responsible for internal and external communication with stake holders and managing membership and donor relations as necessary.

The candidate will also establish/maintain an up-to-date documentation/information centre for publications, press releases and clippings, as well as photographic and audio-visual materials.

Suitable candidates will be expected to have the following qualifications and experience:

• An undergraduate degree in information systems, business IT, Marketing communications, communications or journalism
• At least two years' experience in corporate communications or marketing or public relations
• Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and other collaborative tools)
• Ability to research, analyse, evaluate and synthesize information.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Professional qualifications would be an added advantage
• Demonstrated high-ethical and moral standards
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili languages

5. Accountant

One Position

This position reports to the Management Accountant and is responsible for providing management support in financial analysis, treasury management, budgeting and budgetary control.

The position will provide leadership in the budgeting process and analysis of the business performance.

Suitable candidates will be expected to have the following qualifications and experience:

• A business, commerce or accounting degree or equivalent from a recognized university
• At least two years' experience in a busy accounting office
• Must be a CPA (K); certification as CPS (K) would be an added advantage
• Proficiency in all basic office computer applications, e-mail and Internet.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Demonstrated high moral and ethical standards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English language

All of the above positions shall be on contract terms of three (3) years which shall be renewable based on performance an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the position will be offered to the successful candidates.

KENET is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity.

Applications should be sent to:

The Executive Director
Kenya Education Network Trust (KENET)
P.O. Box 30244,00100
Nairobi

not later than January 6, 2012.

Applications should be accompanied by copies of secondary and university degree certificates, up to date CV showing current or past gross monthly salary, names and addresses of two (2) referees, a cover letter written in essay style, and day-time telephone contact.

E-mail applications should be sent to applications@kenet.or.ke and should include scanned copies of the certificates and sent as an attachment

Senaca EA - Sales Executives Jobs

Senaca EA a global security firm operating across the expanding markets of Europe, the Middle East and Africa provides a full range of security& safety services.

Senaca Group has established trusted and lasting relationships with leading companies in Financial & Professional Services, transport, Freight & Logistics, Energy & Exploration, Maritime & Ports, hospitality etc.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for persons who meet the criteria indicated below and who dare to dream.

Sales Executive - Safety & Security Services

Role Responsibility:

• Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers via meetings, telephone calls and emails
• Making accurate, rapid cost calculations, and providing customers with quotations
• Negotiating the terms of an agreement and closing sales
• Gathering market and customer information and providing feedback on future buying trends
• Representing SENACA EA at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations
• Negotiating variations in price, delivery and specifications with the management
• Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions
• Assist in identifying new markets and business opportunities
• Recording sales and order information and sending copies to the sales office
• Should maintain high level of customer service
• Required to be organized, efficient and effective with time
• Should be highly motivated, target driven and understand the sales process
• Undertake responsibility for resolving customer issues, ensuring the customer account manager has a clear understanding of the customer’s expectations and requirements
• Should be able to achieve revenue, profitability and other performance targets identified by the management
• Promote and encourage heightened awareness of competitive and general economic trends to ensure maintenance and improvement of SENACA EA market positioning and market share

The Ideal Candidate:

• University degree in a business related field
• Professional training in Sales Management
• 3 years experience in the sale processes and people at multiple levels
• Experience of deploying and managing change in a multi dimensional matrix environment.
• Excellent presentation and Communication skills
• Project management skills
• ICT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Performance assessment skills
• Networking and interpersonal skills
• Competency in business/market segmentation
• Customer Orientation: Is focuses on identifying and understanding each customer’s needs. Expresses and acts on a desire to assist customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
• Business Acumen: Understands business principles and language

Sales Executive (Residential & Commercial Properties)

Role Responsibility:

• Convincing prospective property management clients that our Residential/Commercial security solutions are the best and agree on price and terms of sale
• Arranging advertising and other ways to promote our products and services
• Identify new properties on the market to be targeted
• Tasked with introducing 100% new business
• Targeting and opening new accounts
• Should maintain high level of customer service
• Should build strong lasting relationships and use one’s initiative to present, market and sell new products to the clients
• Required to be organized, efficient and effective with time
• Should be highly motivated, target driven and understand the sales process
• Undertake responsibility for resolving customer issues, ensuring the customer account manager has a clear understanding of the customer’s expectations and requirements
• Should be able to achieve revenue, profitability and other performance targets identified by the management
• Promote and encourage heightened awareness of competitive and general economic trends to ensure maintenance and improvement of SENACA EA market positioning and market share

The Ideal Candidate:

• University degree in a business related field or Land Economics
• An excellent communicator
• A good negotiator
• Able to inspire trust and confidence in clients and buyers
• Knowledgeable about property sales and lettings law
• Able to work under pressure
• Smart and business-like.
• Professional training in Sales Management
• 3 years experience in the sales processes and people at multiple levels
• An excellent communicator
• A good negotiator
• Able to inspire trust and confidence in clients and buyers
• Knowledgeable about property sales and lettings law
• Able to work under pressure
• Smart and business-like.
• Experience of deploying and managing change in a multidimensional matrix environment.

If above positions interest to you, please email your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names and contacts of 3 referees to jackie@senacagroup.com

Hard copies will not be accepted.

Applications specifying position should be received not later than 20th January 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Website: www.senacagroup.com

Heshima Kenya - Accountant

Heshima Kenya, an NGO based in Nairobi, Kenya is seeking an accountant in our Nairobi office.

This position is responsible for updating, verifying, and maintaining accounting journals and ledgers, managing multiple grants and an inventory management system, along with other financial duties as per approved policies and procedures.

Responsibilities: -

• Preparing cash book and postings to ledgers as required
• Carrying out reconciliation of various accounts as required
• Preparing timely and accurate trial balance and other related financial statements
• Preparing monthly journals to the relevant GL accounts and creating new codes
• Receiving payments and providing copies of receipts to relevant persons
• Tracking and auditing petty cash and assisting employees with expense reports
• Verifying various claims as per approved procedures
• Preparing payroll
• Perform filing and general administrative tasks
• Oversight of annual field audit preparation
• Oversight of organization's inventory management system and ensuring compliance with local sales tax and production laws
• Review of and adherence to respective financial funding sources grants, or letter of agreements and requirements
• Preparation and filing of annual Kenya forms and documentation including, but not limited to, Kenya Revenue Authority and NGO Coordination Board
• Review of overall internal accounting controls of Kenya office
• Ensure strong communication with organization's US based accountant about all outstanding issues and queries incurred in Kenya
• Work closely with the Executive Director

Education and Experience

• Certified CPA III
• 2-3 years experience in accounting
• Knowledge of accounting in manufacturing concern, especially on inventory management
• B.Com degree in business or accounting an advantage
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports
• MS Office and knowledge of QuickBooks
• Proficiency of generally accepted accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures
• Previous experience working with NGOs and international grants a plus

How to apply:

Submit your cover letter, CV, and salary requirements to accountant@heshimakenya.org

Closing date: 14 Jan 2012

Only qualified applications will be reviewed