Kenya Re - Information Systems Auditor and Risk & Compliance Manager Jobs in Kenya

Vacant Positions Ref No: KRC/HR/02/01

Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re), is a leading reinsurer in the region listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE).

It is ISO 9001: 2008 Certified and is rated B+ by A.M Best and AA by the Global Credit Rating Company (GCR).

Kenya Re now seeks to recruit and fill the following positions:-

Information Systems Auditor

The Position

The selected candidate will report to the Manager Internal Audit.

The holder of this position will undertake reviews of the Company’s ICT infrastructure and provide assurance to management on the adequacy of the system controls.

Key Responsibilities

The main duties will include but will not be limited to:-

• Conducting regular risk assessments in the Corporation’s Information System and recommending control measures to mitigate them.
• Contributing to the development of the annual Information Systems audit plan.
• Execute Information Systems Audit Reviews based on annual Information Systems audit plan.
• Providing support to other assurance processes to ensure the overall system audit opinion is incorporate the risks identified in the underlying information systems and the entire Corporation.
• Monitor the implementation and operation of defined controls and recommendations on an ongoing basis.
• Ensuring that financial and operational audit programmes include sufficient and relevant information systems audit tests.
• Ensure that the Corporation’s automated systems and information technology are in compliance with Corporation’s policies and procedure requirements.

The Persons

Applicants should possess:

• A degree in Information Systems preferably BSC in Computer Science from a recognized University or a business related degree.
• Professional Qualification in Certified Information Systems Audit (CISA)
• 2-3 years progressive experience in Information Systems audit within an internal audit function or external audit work experience specializing in Information Systems audit from a reputable audit firm.
• Understanding of information systems controls and techniques for evaluating such controls in the concept of risk and risk assessment.
• Understanding of diverse information systems environment and architecture, software, computer operations and systems lifecycle.
• Knowledge of information systems governance and security principles and practices.

Essential Skills

• Excellent in written and verbal communication, numerical, analytical and report writing skills.
• Ability to apply professional and other skills acquired in an Enterprise Resource Planning environment will be an added advantage.
• Must be proactive and innovative keeping abreast with technological advancements.
• Must have ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Must be a team player with good interpersonal skills.

Risk and Compliance Manager

The Position

The selected candidate will report to the Managing Director.

The holder of the position will manage the Corporation’s Risk and Compliance Programs.

He or she will ensure that the Board of Directors, senior management and employees are in compliance with rules and regulations of regulatory agencies and that the Corporation’s policies
and procedures are being followed.

In addition the holder of the position will ensure that risks are properly managed across the Corporation in line with enterprise risk management frameworks and charters.

Key Responsibilities

The main duties will include but will not be limited to:-

• Reviewing and recommending policies, processes and framework for managing enterprise-wide risks to promote a risk management culture through reporting and other internal communications.
• Providing oversight and support to Business functions and management to ensure that risks are properly managed across the Corporation,
• Assisting with implementation of procedures for proactive review of risks for projects, transactions and new products, to assess the impact of daily business decisions on the overall risk profile and subsequent monitoring of the procedures.
• Reviewing deviations from the Enterprise Risk Management Framework or other Risk Management procedures and reporting as appropriate.
• Analyzing key risks and supporting management to deliver adequate mitigating controls and actions.
• Driving the process development and execution of all activities required to continuously improve the Corporation’s compliance processes and lower potential risks.
• Managing the compliance aspects of the business to provide an effective second line of defense for compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

The Person:

Applicants should possess:-

• A University degree in Economics, Finance, Legal, Business Administration or any other relevant discipline.
• Certified Public Accountant CPA (K) or Associate Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA),
• Information Systems Security Professional Qualifications CISA or CISM will be an added advantage,
• Possession of reinsurance /insurance professional qualifications and familiarity with current regulatory themes including Solvency II would will be an advantage,
• Six years relevant working experience two of which should be at management level within compliance, risk or audit fields with proven people management skills and experience

Essential Skills

• Must be self-driven, mature and possess integrity,
• A team player with good interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work under pressure with accuracy and focus

Kenya Re is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, colour, race, religion, natural origin, age or physical disability. An appropriate remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Closing Date: 24th February 2012

Applicants should post or email as attachments their CV and cover letter quoting the relevant reference number and outlining how they meet requirements for the position to:-

The Human Resource and Administration Manager
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited
P. O Box 30271, 00100 GPO, Nairobi
E-mail: hr@kenyare.co.ke

MSF Spain - Preparation & Travel Officer and ITC Officer Jobs in Kenya

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian action-driven organisation, providing aid to populations in need.

Currently MSF Spain wishes to recruit the above vacant temporary positions, based in Nairobi

Preparation & Travel Officer

Ref. “PTO-NBO”

Mission

The Preparation & Travel Officer is the position that ensures that MSF Staff are adequately integrated and receive proper guidance and support when preparing their departure to the field.

For this s/he has to manage national and international trips, visas and the briefing/debriefing process in accordance with the existing procedures and applicable policies in force in MSF Spain.

The Preparation & Travel Officer will act as the main interlocutor for the employees from the moment a suitable person has been identified and selected for a new vacancy, to everything linked to their return from the field.

Selection Criteria

• Diploma of Tourism
• Desirable: Experience of minimum 1 year in the tourism sector (travel agency, air carrier, travel management.).
• Language: fluent English. Swahili desirable. French or Spanish will be an asset.
• IT knowledge as advanced user (Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of ERP (SAP) will be a plus.

ITC Officer

Ref. “ITC-NBO”

Mission

The ITC Officer is the position that installs and maintains systems and communications, software and hardware, in accordance with MSF Spain policies, and gives support and training to users in the office to ensure efficient use of ITC systems and equipment.

S/he works closely with the team of the Office in Nairobi, the team of ITC, the Logistics Dept. and ITC suppliers.

Selection Criteria

• Systems technical engineer or similar.
• Language: fluent English; Swahili desirable.
• French or Spanish will be an asset.
• 2 years experience in a similar position.
• Desirable experience with MSF. Experience in direct user support.
• Field experience with humanitarian NGOs is also valued.

Applicants should send their CV and a cover letter, under the corresponding reference, to:

MSFE-RRHH-NBO@barcelona.msf.org

or

MSF-Spain,
Attn: Human Resources Referent
P.O.Box:52837-00200
Nairobi, Kenya

Deadline for Applications: 17th February 2012

Replies will only be sent to short-listed candidates

MSH - Senior Program Associate (Reproductive Health / Family Planning) and Senior Laboratory Systems Strengthening Specialist Jobs in Kenya

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a non-profit organization with a mission to close the gap between what is known about public health problems and what is done to solve them, particularly in developing and transitional countries.

Headquartered in the United States, we have operations in more than 30 countries and employ staff from over 60 nations.

We invite you to join our effort in creating stronger health systems and greater health impact

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Senior Program Associate – Reproductive Health / Family Planning (RH/FP)

The Senior Program Associate will provide technical assistance and build capacity to improve health commodity and pharmaceutical management systems in Kenya as a RH/FP team leader working under the supervision of the Deputy Chief of Party.

The Senior Program Associate (SPA) will support the provision of MSH/HCSM technical assistance to the Division of Reproductive Health (DRH) and other stakeholders in planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating activities, with special attention to health commodity management and pharmaceutical services.

The SPA will also coordinate the implementation of RH/RP activities in the regions at district and facility level in collaboration with regional HCSM staff.

Applicants must possess a relevant academic degree or equivalent, relevant, professional training with significant experience in public health, health commodity logistics management systems, forecasting and quantification.

Qualification in health sciences, public health or pharmacy is preferred.

He / She must have strong familiarity and experience with implementing public health programs and/or health system strengthening interventions.

Knowledge of and/or experience in RH/FP interventions and public health management issues in developing country context is required.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and willingness to travel periodically within Kenya.

Thorough understanding of the Kenya public health sector is required for this position.

Senior Laboratory Systems Strengthening Specialist

The Senior Laboratory Systems Strengthening Specialist works with a team of public health
professionals to strengthen laboratory systems and services in Kenya, with the aim of supporting
and improving HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria programs.

He/she participates in conducting assessments, and in the design, training, testing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of laboratory and point-of-care diagnostic services and systems.

He/she participates in stakeholder technical working groups and meetings that continuously advocate for evidence- based standardization and harmonization of laboratory tests, methods and equipment within the national system.

Applicant will possess a minimum of Bachelor of Science or Medical degree, plus a relevant higher qualification, e.g. Master’s degree in medical microbiology, pathology, public health or related field.

Registration with the appropriate regulatory authority such as the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians’ and Technologists’ Board ((KMLTTB) or Kenya Medical Practioners and Dentists Board (KMPDB) is mandatory.

In addition the applicant needs to have at least ten (10) years experience working in a laboratory services setting of which 5 years should have been in a laboratory management position.

For further detail and to apply for the position, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.jobs-msh.icims.com by February 24, 2012.

If you cannot apply online, or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiter problem@msh.org.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

The Aga Khan University - Director, Fundraising East Africa

The Aga Khan University

Director, Fundraising East Africa

You are the person that our client The Aga Khan University is looking for, if as a solid professional you have developed an excellent track record of securing corporate and individual gifts.

You have a proven ability to conceptualise innovative fundraising ideas and to translate them into funds.

And beyond these, your unquestionable results orientation always enables your organisation to demonstrate to the donors the measurable accomplishments of their giving.

Working from Nairobi, Kenya, reporting to the Director General, Resource Development, you will be responsible for planning and implementing all aspects of fundraising in East Africa.

This will include annual funds as well as multi-year major gifts initiatives as part of an overall University campaign.

Specifically you will:

• work with individual fundraising committees of the University to develop and implement an integrated annual and multi-year funds raising plan
• develop and direct a comprehensive annual and long term effort for the University in East Africa to identify, qualify, cultivate and solicit support from prospective donors who may be individuals, corporations or foundations
• assist in the creation, management, and implementation of an annual donor stewardship plan including an annual fundraiser event
• work with the Director General and faculty leadership to develop, implement, track and report on donor-funded projects
• collaborate with other Resource Development staff and faculty in mobilising resources to accomplish fundraising goals
• manage the prospect and donor database; individual donor relations files; fund raising schedule and budget; and other administrative tasks.

The successful candidate for appointment to this position must demonstrate the following clear competencies, strong past results, self-drive and objectivity.

S/he should have excellent insight into public/private fund development, the workings of individual giving, corporate social responsibility funding and philanthropy generally.

A Masters degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Communication from an accredited university

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a major fundraising or other not for profit senior management role relevant to the needs of a higher education institution s fund development

Excellent track record in securing corporate and individual gifts supported by strong experience in developing proposals, fundraising materials, etc

Ability to communicate ideas in a clear and concise manner to a wide variety of audiences

Proven ability to work autonomously and handle prospect identification, multiple solicitation and stewardship activities simultaneously

Highly organised with strong campaign planning, budget management, events production and overall project management skills

Ability to cultivate and work collaboratively with donors, University function heads and various teams

Excellent executive team player ability, with highly developed corporate goals focus, personal results drive and sophisticated interpersonal skills.

To apply, please email your application with ALL the following: detailed CV, email address, day and mobile (or evening) telephone contacts, current and expected remuneration packages; and the names of three referees and their email and telephone contacts, to reach us by 24 February 2012.

The Resourcing Director
Maer Associates Limited
P.O Box 6786-00200 City Square
Management Consultants

Email: seletion@maer.co.ke