Kenya Nonfiction and Academic Authors’ Association (KENFAA)
3rd Floor Viking House, Westlands, Nairobi
General Secretary
Are you a competent administrator and organizer, having excellent interpersonal skills?
Have you got some experience in writing or publishing related fields?
Can you travel extensively, promote KENFAA, and recruit 200 members annually as your basic performance indicator?
Have you any knowledge about authors’ rights and authors’ related issues?
Do you have a Master’s degree?
Are you computer literate?
If your answers are YES to ALL of the above questions, then you are welcome to apply for the vacancy of the General Secretary of KENFAA.
This position is tenable w.e.f. 1 March 2012 and is offered on a two year contract basis, renewable by mutual agreement, based on your performance.
Please apply to Chairman with copies of certificates and testimonials, and names and contact information of three referees.
You may submit your application and documents personally to KENFAA Office, 3rd Floor, Viking House, Westlands, Nairobi,
or email them to the Chairman at cbpeter@spu.ac.ke
Chairman, KENFAA
cbpeter@spu.ac.ke
Application Deadline: Friday, 18 February 2012
NB Those who applied for this position in response to our advertisement dated 1 April 2011, need NOT apply again
Friday, 3 February 2012
Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service (LWF/DWS) Kenya-Djibouti Programme - Program Coordinator (PC)
The Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service (LWF/DWS) Kenya-Djibouti Programme seeks to recruit a Kenyan national for the position of Program Coordinator (PC) based in Nairobi.
The PC reports directly to the Representative of the LWF Kenya – Djibouti Program.
Purpose
The purpose of the position is to provide overall coordination and management to the LWF refugee and development programs in Kenya and Djibouti, including
(a) Kakuma Refugee Assistance Project (in the Kakuma Refugee Camp),
(b) Dadaab Refugee Assistance Project (in Dadaab Refugee Camps),
(c) Ali Addeh Refugee camp in Djibouti,
(d) host community projects in the Turkana region, and possibly other projects and emergency interventions in accordance with project agreements.
The PC is also line manager to the LWF Area Coordinators in respective locations and manages the Program Unit in the Nairobi office, with two staffs.
Responsibilities
The PC shall facilitate effective communication, proper planning, decision-making and staff harnessing as are critical for the achievement of sustainable community participation interventions, sustainable long-term development and timely & appropriate emergency response.
He/she is expected to take necessary initiatives and be proactive in program management including potential new refugee and development projects.
The PC is responsible for overall programmatic planning, proposal development, and to ensure that monitoring, evaluation and reporting of projects and project components are conducted in line with LWF M&E systems and donor requirements.
The PC will liaise with governments (Kenya and Djibouti), UN agencies particularly the UNHCR, NGO’s, partners and other agencies regarding program activities to ensure and promote a coordinated approach to program development (including participation in relevant workshops and meetings), and to keep individual projects updated and informed.
The PC shall promote and ensure adherence to standards to which the LWF is a signatory, such as the Humanitarian Accountability Partnership (HAP), the Code of Conduct in Humanitarian Response; the Standards Project in Humanitarian and Emergency Response (SPHERE); the Code of Conduct against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of Power, and donor and back donor specific codes of conduct.
The PC is part of the Nairobi Management Team (MT), and the Joint Management Team and is required to be able to act as the Representative in his/her absence.
Requirements
The PC reports directly to the Representative of the LWF Kenya – Djibouti Program.
Purpose
The purpose of the position is to provide overall coordination and management to the LWF refugee and development programs in Kenya and Djibouti, including
(a) Kakuma Refugee Assistance Project (in the Kakuma Refugee Camp),
(b) Dadaab Refugee Assistance Project (in Dadaab Refugee Camps),
(c) Ali Addeh Refugee camp in Djibouti,
(d) host community projects in the Turkana region, and possibly other projects and emergency interventions in accordance with project agreements.
The PC is also line manager to the LWF Area Coordinators in respective locations and manages the Program Unit in the Nairobi office, with two staffs.
Responsibilities
The PC shall facilitate effective communication, proper planning, decision-making and staff harnessing as are critical for the achievement of sustainable community participation interventions, sustainable long-term development and timely & appropriate emergency response.
He/she is expected to take necessary initiatives and be proactive in program management including potential new refugee and development projects.
The PC is responsible for overall programmatic planning, proposal development, and to ensure that monitoring, evaluation and reporting of projects and project components are conducted in line with LWF M&E systems and donor requirements.
The PC will liaise with governments (Kenya and Djibouti), UN agencies particularly the UNHCR, NGO’s, partners and other agencies regarding program activities to ensure and promote a coordinated approach to program development (including participation in relevant workshops and meetings), and to keep individual projects updated and informed.
The PC shall promote and ensure adherence to standards to which the LWF is a signatory, such as the Humanitarian Accountability Partnership (HAP), the Code of Conduct in Humanitarian Response; the Standards Project in Humanitarian and Emergency Response (SPHERE); the Code of Conduct against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of Power, and donor and back donor specific codes of conduct.
The PC is part of the Nairobi Management Team (MT), and the Joint Management Team and is required to be able to act as the Representative in his/her absence.
Requirements
- University education in a relevant field and several years of experience in a supervisory and managerial role in an emergency, disaster risk reduction or development program in East Africa is required.
- Proven ability to cooperate well and build strong relationships with communities (refugees and hosts), donors, and Government Officials at local and central level.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to represent the organization in official meetings at various levels.
- Fluency in written and spoken English. The incumbent must have good knowledge of HAP standards, the SPHERE project and the Code of Conduct against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of Power.
- Knowledge of Kiswahili, French and any other relevant language (s) (e.g. Turkana, Somali) is an added advantage.
- Knowledge of the LWF and her programming, as well as knowledge of the Action by Churches Together (ACT) Alliance is an advantage.
LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Please email your application letter and attach an updated CV with contact emails and phone numbers of 3 professional referees, preferably your current or immediate former employer and address to;
The Human Resources Officer,
LWF Kenya-Djibouti Programme,
Email: hr@lwfkenya.org
The closing date is 17.00hrs on 17th February 2012
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
Please email your application letter and attach an updated CV with contact emails and phone numbers of 3 professional referees, preferably your current or immediate former employer and address to;
The Human Resources Officer,
LWF Kenya-Djibouti Programme,
Email: hr@lwfkenya.org
The closing date is 17.00hrs on 17th February 2012
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
International Rescue Committee - Project Director, M&E Specialist, Program Coordinator and Gender & Conflict Specialist Jobs in Kenya
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi.
The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance.
The IRC launched women’s protection and empowerment programs in Kenya in the immediate aftermath of the post-election crisis, and has initiated activities that support women and girls in Nairobi, Turkana Country and the Dadaab refugee camps through a variety of activities including health and GBV prevention and response programming.
IRC is currently preparing to support the development of peace networks and platforms for women to be effectively involved in decision making and leadership.
Applications are invited for the following positions:
1. Project Director, Nairobi
Reporting to the Country Director, the Project Director will be responsible for overall project management, supervision, administration, and implementation of project objectives including granting and procurement activities.
Additionally, the Project Director will be the overall lead for the project, ensuring programmatic quality and adherence to best practice throughout project implementation.
Minimum Requirements
The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance.
The IRC launched women’s protection and empowerment programs in Kenya in the immediate aftermath of the post-election crisis, and has initiated activities that support women and girls in Nairobi, Turkana Country and the Dadaab refugee camps through a variety of activities including health and GBV prevention and response programming.
IRC is currently preparing to support the development of peace networks and platforms for women to be effectively involved in decision making and leadership.
Applications are invited for the following positions:
1. Project Director, Nairobi
Reporting to the Country Director, the Project Director will be responsible for overall project management, supervision, administration, and implementation of project objectives including granting and procurement activities.
Additionally, the Project Director will be the overall lead for the project, ensuring programmatic quality and adherence to best practice throughout project implementation.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s Degree or higher in social work (MSW), public health (MPH), humanities, international affairs, other related field
- Minimum of five-seven years of professional experience in a leadership role implementing and overseeing complex programs in a humanitarian or development context
- Experience in conflict, leadership, and peace programming at the local and national level
- Exceptional gender gender, GBV, leadership, and other sector-specific technical skills and knowledge
- Experience working and coordinating with government bodies and local actors in a complex and changing environment
- Experience managing US Government-funded projects is highly desired
- Demonstrated skills and experience in complex program design and monitoring
- Strong analytical and strategic planning and implementation skills
- Ability and interest to work with a diverse and multicultural team in a respectful and culturally appropriate manner
- Fluency in spoken and written English, Swahili preferred.
2. Capacity Building / Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, Nairobi
Reporting to the Program Director, the Capacity Building/Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be responsible for working with Kenya NGOs and CBOs on GBV and gender issues, providing on-site capacity building, mentoring, and training as needed and requested by partners
Minimum Requirements
Reporting to the Program Director, the Capacity Building/Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be responsible for working with Kenya NGOs and CBOs on GBV and gender issues, providing on-site capacity building, mentoring, and training as needed and requested by partners
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s Degree or higher in social work (MSW), public health (MPH), humanities, international affairs, other related field preferred.
- Minimum of two-three years of professional experience in implementing and overseeing complex programs in a humanitarian or development context, specifically GBV programming or direct service provision to survivors of violence.
- Experience in conflict, leadership, and peace programming at the local and national level in Kenya
- Exceptional gender, GBV, leadership, and other sector-specific technical skills and knowledge from a Kenya perspective
- Experience working, coordinating, and networking with a variety of actors at different levels in Kenya particularly implementing related project monitoring & evaluation plans
- Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory methods of community development and mobilization with local actors
- Strong background in monitoring and evaluation of project activities
- Experience working with or in US Government-funded projects is strongly recommended
- Demonstrated skills and experience in training, capacity building, and mentoring activities for national staff and local NGO or CBOs
- Ability to travel upon request
- Fluency in spoken and written English, Swahili preferred.
3. Program Coordinator, Nairobi
Reporting to the Project Director, Program Coordinator will provide regular on-site monitoring visits, and continuous remote support to the teams working throughout the country to ensure that all interventions are technically sound, take into account international best practices, and appropriate in meeting the needs of GBV survivors in relevant communities.
Minimum Requirements
Reporting to the Project Director, Program Coordinator will provide regular on-site monitoring visits, and continuous remote support to the teams working throughout the country to ensure that all interventions are technically sound, take into account international best practices, and appropriate in meeting the needs of GBV survivors in relevant communities.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s Degree or higher in social work (MSW), public health (MPH), humanities, international affairs, other related field preferred.
- Minimum of three-five years of professional experience in a management or coordination role implementing and overseeing complex programs in a humanitarian or development context, specifically GBV programming or direct service provision to survivors of violence.
- Experience in conflict, leadership, and peace programming at the local and national level.
- Exceptional gender, GBV, leadership, and other sector-specific technical skills and knowledge from a Kenya perspective.
- Experience working, coordinating, and networking with a variety of actors at different levels in Kenya.
- Experience working with or in US Government-funded projects is strongly desired.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in program design, monitoring, and implementation.
- Ability and interest to work with a multicultural team in a respectful and culturally appropriate manner.
- Ability to travel upon request.
- Fluency in spoken and written English, Swahili preferred.
4. Gender and Conflict Specialist, Nairobi
Reporting to the Program Director, the Gender and Conflict Specialist will advise Project and project related staff, including IRC country management, on issues related to gender and conflict ensuring that prevention and mitigation strategies are put in place at all levels of program implementation.
Minimum Requirements
Reporting to the Program Director, the Gender and Conflict Specialist will advise Project and project related staff, including IRC country management, on issues related to gender and conflict ensuring that prevention and mitigation strategies are put in place at all levels of program implementation.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s Degree or higher in social work (MSW), public health (MPH), humanities, international affairs, other related field preferred.
- Minimum of two-three years of professional experience in a humanitarian or development context, specifically GBV programming or direct service provision to survivors of violence.
- Experience in emergency conflict, leadership, and peace programming in Kenya.
- Strong background in local GBV, leadership, and in other sector-specific technical skills and issues.
- Experience working with or in US Government-funded projects is recommended.
- Ability to multi-task and manage a number of different initiatives at one time, with flexibility and creativity.
- Ability and interest to work with a diverse and multicultural team in a collaborative, respectful and culturally appropriate manner.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in working with international or local non-profit organizations.
- Kenya experience, especially related to the post-election crisis.
- Fluency in spoken and written English, Swahili preferred.
Full Job descriptions can be downloaded at www.rescue.org/careers
To apply please go to http://www.rescue.org/careers and search for NAME OF THE POSITION. Please apply on or before 13th February 2012
IRC leading the way from harm to home
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability
To apply please go to http://www.rescue.org/careers and search for NAME OF THE POSITION. Please apply on or before 13th February 2012
IRC leading the way from harm to home
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability
Thursday, 2 February 2012
Orion IT Management (A) Ltd - Market Research Executives (French) Jobs in Kenya
Orion IT Management (A) Ltd is a business process outsourcing company that is set to provide voice-based market research services to clients in Europe and North America.
We are looking for staff to join our company who are proficient in English, are high-motivated and have a passion for customer service.
Qualifications
We are looking for staff to join our company who are proficient in English, are high-motivated and have a passion for customer service.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Have clear diction and neutral accent
- Working knowledge of French, spoken and written, is required
Experience
- At least 1 year of working experience
- Computer literate
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexibility and available to work weekends and at times public holidays
- Experience in a call center environment would be advantageous
To apply
Visit our website http://www.orionitmanagement.com/careers, complete the form and send your CV to info@orionitmanagement.com.
Your application should include your an application letter on why you feel your experience, skills and qualifications would suit this position and your salary expectation and your CV with one referee, email address and daytime number.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Visit our website http://www.orionitmanagement.com/careers, complete the form and send your CV to info@orionitmanagement.com.
Your application should include your an application letter on why you feel your experience, skills and qualifications would suit this position and your salary expectation and your CV with one referee, email address and daytime number.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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