Oxfam - Deputy Programme Coordinator Turkana Integrated Programme - Lodwar, Kenya

Deputy Programme Coordinator Turkana Integrated Programme

Based in Lodwar

Kenya Programme

Fixed Term Contract for 4 Months

Who we are

Oxfam is a worldwide organization that works with over 1,000 partners in more than 70 countries to overcome poverty and suffering. Oxfam’s programme in Turkana has evolved considerably and seeks to maximise impact through significant interlinked sectoral elements in livelihoods and food security

The role

In close liaison with the Programme Coordinator, successful incumbent will be responsible for the coherent and effective delivery of Oxfam’s programme work while ensuring that operational planning and effective implementation of the required standards in Turkana District are in line with the agreed strategy.

S/he will work closely with the programme team, local agencies and local government department officials in achieving programme goals.

To be successful, candidates should possess a minimum bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Social Sciences or related field coupled with proven practical experience in managing development and/or humanitarian projects and staff teams of at least 4 years.

Along with proven leadership and management skills, they should have the ability to manage and support team members. Experience in proposals development and donor report writing is required as is the ability to plan and monitor the use of human and financial resources

How to apply

To apply, candidates should e-mail applications and CVs detailing their experience for the post including daytime telephone contact and two referees, preferably their current line manager to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk quoting Ref: DPC-Turkana.

The closing date for applications is 20th January 2012

Free the Children - Community Alternative Income Mobilizer - Narok South District, Kenya

 Free the Children NGO is looking to recruit a Community Alternative Income Mobilizer.

Position Involves:

• Community empowerment and Alternative income training for community members
• Financial Literacy training for community members
• Bee keeping
• Position based in Narok South District.

Qualifications:

• Background in Community Development or Social Development.
• At least three (3) years of experience working in a rural environment
• Must be Computer literate and good communication skills
• Team player
• Experience in VSLA is an added advantage
• Bee keeping experience
• Must have a valid riding licence

Send your Cv only indicating your current salary to infokenya@freethechildren.com by 20th January 2012.

For general information on the NGO, visit website: www.freethechildren.com

Free the Children - Community Health Nurses - Maasai Mara, Kenya

Free the Children is looking to recruit a Community Nurses to work in their Health Centre in Maasai Mara.

Job description:

• Plan for and participate in field research related to community health nursing.
• Seek and encourage input from community members, local leadership, and other community health workers in determining health care needs throughout the community.
• Set health care priorities, implement the prevention, health promotion, and other programs identified in the community health nursing plan.
• Assess community health needs using local knowledge and information, morbidity, mortality, and general health status statistical information.
• Deliver approved health care services through planned home visits, clinics, and workshops.
• Counsel parents of infants, preschool, and school children including prevention, normal growth and development, and illness management.
• Knowledge of public health issues in Kenya.
• Please note that this is not an exhaustive Job description for this position.

Qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Nursing from a recognized College.
• At least 5 years in Community nursing experience.
• Must be Registered by the Nursing council of Kenya
• Must have rural background working with Communities.

Are you passionate to work with communities first hand and make a difference?

Send your resume and a cover letter only indicating your current salary to infokenya@freethechildren.com by 13th January 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For general information on the NGO, visit website: www.freethechildren.com

Resolution Health - Management Accountant, Accounts Assistant (Procurement) and Accounts Assistant (Credit Control)

Resolution Health East Africa Limited is a leading Medical Insurance Provider.

With over 60,000 members in our fold, we have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop products that are effective and relevant to our members.

Resolution Health has over 250 medical service providers all across East Africa, a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.

Management Accountant

Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the management accountant will timely prepare, develop and analyze key financial information to ensure that management make well-informed decisions to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.

Job Roles

• Timely preparation of monthly financial statements, including profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flows, variance analysis and commentaries;
• Interpreting and communicating financial data to non-financial managers;
• Monitoring and evaluating internal control systems and suggest improvements where needed;
• Maintenance of the general ledger by ensuring that transactions are recorded correctly at all times.
• Ensure RHEAL is ready for annual Statutory audit;
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of Commissions;
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing;
• Ensure payment of Statutory deductions by due dates;
• Responsible for day to day treasury and cash flow management;
• Ensure accurate monthly bank reconciliations are completed;

Key Performance Areas

• Accurate and timely Management Reports.
• Monthly closure of the general ledger.
• Ensure that books of accounts are ready for the annual audit.
• Demonstrate leadership in the roles assigned and delegated.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Commerce/Economics/Finance/Business Administration.
• ACCA or CPA (K) Qualification.
• Previous work experience in a busy finance department, with at least two years in a supervisory position.
• Previous work experience with an audit firm will be required.
• Mature temperament.

Accounts Assistant - Procurement

Reporting to the Chief Accountant the Accounts Assistant -procurement will be required to facilitate procurement in adherence to the procurement policy and maintain the asset register.

Job Roles

• Asset register maintenance including addition of assets, movement of assets, disposal of assets and reconcile the same to the asset register;
• Reconciling the asset register to the General Ledger;
• Ensure that all assets purchased are insured;
• Timely generation of Purchase Orders, submission for approval and issuance to relevant suppliers. This entails confirming that procurement policy guidelines have been adhered to in procurement of services;
• Soliciting of quotes for office supplies and doing research to take advantage of any price reductions in the market in line with the procurement policy;
• Annually undertaking an asset audit to confirm assets are in existence and in use;
• Provide office supplies to departments– this includes allocation of stationery issued to various departments on a weekly basis;

Key Performance Areas

• Ensuring the asset register is accurate and reconciled to the GL.
• Assets are insured at all times.
• Adherence to the Procurement Policy
• Ensuring no stock-outs of operating supplies while avoiding overstocking in the supplies store

Qualifications

• Graduate in Commerce
• ACCA II or CPA II Qualification.
• Previous work experience in a busy finance department.

Accounts Assistant – Credit Control

Reporting to the Credit Controller the Accounts Assistant credit control will be required to carry out reconciliations on debtors’ accounts and produce accurate reports of debtors on a monthly basis.

Job Roles

• Debtors reconciliation with a view of ensuring accurate debtors reports;
• Communicating and follow up of overdue debtors and fund reimbursement prepayments;
• Sending out of debtors statements;
• Follow up and collection of over utilized claims;
• Ensuring resolution of returned cheque issues within the same month for all clients;
• Liaise and resolve arising issues with other sections and departments on debtor matters;

Key Performance Areas

• Accurate and timely debtor’s reports.
• Promptly resolve debtor issues with other sections and departments.
• Sending out debtors statements.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Commerce
• ACCA II or CPA II Qualification.
• Previous work experience in a busy finance department.

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever growing brand, kindly email your:

1. Application letter quoting your age
2. Updated CV listing three references
3. Expected remuneration package
4. Availability should you be offered the position

By Friday, 13th January 2012 to hr@resolution.co.ke.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kindly ensure you quote the position on your email.

My Health, My Life, My Resolution

www.resolution.co.ke