Elimu Yetu Coalition the national platform of civil society organizations working towards the achievement of EFA goals in Kenya wishes to recruit a qualified and competent individual to fill in the position of Campaigns Officer (CO) to lead in Promoting Integrity and Strengthening Governance in Education Sector in Kenya project.
This project is funded through Drivers of Accountability Programme (DAP).
The Campaigns Officer will be reporting to the National Coordinator and is expected to provide overall leadership, coordination, and strategic direction in the campaigns department.
The key responsibilities for the position are:
Planning, implementation, Management, Reporting and monitoring and evaluation of EYC Campaign Activities
To promote engagement and develop prospects for new partnership
Support the formation of strong County Education Networks (CENs)
Coordination and capacity building the CSOs through CENS
Identify campaign gaps in the selected counties and propose and develop remedial intervention mechanisms.
Any other duty as detailed or advised by the National Coordinator and /or his/her designate
Basic competencies for this position are:
high level of personal integrity
Practical experience in designing and implementing rights based advocacy strategies;
Knowledge and experience with the EFA and MDG campaign processes;
Thorough understanding of issues and challenges facing education sector in Kenya;
Ability to manage teams from cross-cultural backgrounds in Kenya.
Must have strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Required Qualifications for CO:
Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field of social sciences or development studies. Diploma in project management will be an added advantage
At least 3 years experience in project planning, management and implementation, monitoring and reporting of donor funded education projects in Kenya.
Interested candidates should send short CVs (not more than five pages) and a brief cover letter stating justification for interest by e-mail to jobs@elimuyetu.net by 13th March 2012.
Detailed job profile can be found on EYC Website- www.elimuyetu.net
EYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Monday, 12 March 2012
Elimu Yetu Coalition - Communications Officer Vacancy Announcement
Elimu Yetu Coalition is the national Education coalition established in 1999 as part of local efforts to domesticate Education for All Goals in Kenya.
The coalition brings together a membership of more than 75 organizations drawn from the civil society organizations, professional groupings, education/research institutions and other non state actors in Kenya’s education sector.
Together, they lobby for the implementation of EFA goals as articulated in the Jomtien Declaration and Dakar Framework of Action and other related global conventions for the attainment of quality basic education for all in Kenya.
Utilizing a rights-based approach (RBA) in its campaign initiatives, EYC focuses on mobilizing and harnessing the collective efforts of all education stakeholders and local communities in Kenya and providing leadership in the on-going efforts to make EFA a reality in Kenya.
EYC wishes to advertise for the position of Communication’s Officer as below;
Position: Communications Officer
Reporting to: The National Coordinator
Terms of employment: Contract 1 year (renewable depending on performance)
Work station: EYC Secretariat in Nairobi
Time: Immediately
Job Function: This is a middle level management position.
The Communications Officer will work closely with the National Coordinator while assuming the overall responsibility for communications, research and documentation aspects of the project.
Besides using independent and wise judgment in making decisions, you are expected to consult extensively with the National Coordinator, other colleagues and project steering committee.
Broad Areas of Responsibility:
Develop and maintain a robust resource, information and communications centre at EYC secretariat.
Develop EYC quarterly newsletter
Manage EYC website and portal
Oversee the implementation of EYC Campaigns and Communication Strategies
In charge of partnerships and linkages with media; specifically working with Kenya Education Journalists Association (KEJA)
Sanctioning and overseeing the development of IEC Materials
Expanding campaign support through technology: (mobile, internet, face book, twitter, etc)
In charge of documentations for shared learning
In charge of membership mobilization and coordination of activities between regions and the national secretariat
Conducting internet search for latest reports and campaign issues in education
Required Qualifications: A bachelors degree in any of; Communications, Journalism, Advertisements and Marketing, is desired. Knowledge of education issues is an added advantage.
Experience: At least two years of progressive experience, in a similar position, gained working in an NGO, preferably at the national level.
Personal Attributes and key competences:
Good communication skills; fluency in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written)
Good note taking skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Team player
Good time management skills
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Applying: Interested qualified candidates to send a cover letter and CV (with names and contacts of three referees) so as to reach the EYC secretariat on or before March 13th 2012 at 4.00pm.
Detailed job profile can be found on EYC Website- www.elimuyetu.net
Applications should be sent to jobs@elimuyetu.net
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
EYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The coalition brings together a membership of more than 75 organizations drawn from the civil society organizations, professional groupings, education/research institutions and other non state actors in Kenya’s education sector.
Together, they lobby for the implementation of EFA goals as articulated in the Jomtien Declaration and Dakar Framework of Action and other related global conventions for the attainment of quality basic education for all in Kenya.
Utilizing a rights-based approach (RBA) in its campaign initiatives, EYC focuses on mobilizing and harnessing the collective efforts of all education stakeholders and local communities in Kenya and providing leadership in the on-going efforts to make EFA a reality in Kenya.
EYC wishes to advertise for the position of Communication’s Officer as below;
Position: Communications Officer
Reporting to: The National Coordinator
Terms of employment: Contract 1 year (renewable depending on performance)
Work station: EYC Secretariat in Nairobi
Time: Immediately
Job Function: This is a middle level management position.
The Communications Officer will work closely with the National Coordinator while assuming the overall responsibility for communications, research and documentation aspects of the project.
Besides using independent and wise judgment in making decisions, you are expected to consult extensively with the National Coordinator, other colleagues and project steering committee.
Broad Areas of Responsibility:
Develop and maintain a robust resource, information and communications centre at EYC secretariat.
Develop EYC quarterly newsletter
Manage EYC website and portal
Oversee the implementation of EYC Campaigns and Communication Strategies
In charge of partnerships and linkages with media; specifically working with Kenya Education Journalists Association (KEJA)
Sanctioning and overseeing the development of IEC Materials
Expanding campaign support through technology: (mobile, internet, face book, twitter, etc)
In charge of documentations for shared learning
In charge of membership mobilization and coordination of activities between regions and the national secretariat
Conducting internet search for latest reports and campaign issues in education
Required Qualifications: A bachelors degree in any of; Communications, Journalism, Advertisements and Marketing, is desired. Knowledge of education issues is an added advantage.
Experience: At least two years of progressive experience, in a similar position, gained working in an NGO, preferably at the national level.
Personal Attributes and key competences:
Good communication skills; fluency in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written)
Good note taking skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Team player
Good time management skills
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Applying: Interested qualified candidates to send a cover letter and CV (with names and contacts of three referees) so as to reach the EYC secretariat on or before March 13th 2012 at 4.00pm.
Detailed job profile can be found on EYC Website- www.elimuyetu.net
Applications should be sent to jobs@elimuyetu.net
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
EYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Imagine IMC Limited - Logistics Coordinator Job in Kenya
Our client, Imagine IMC Limited, is an agency that exists to create inspiring relationships between brands and customers, whether through traditional advertising media like TV, radio, and print, or other channels like events which give people the chance to experience brands directly.
They are looking for a high caliber individual to fill the position of Logistics Coordinator for a contract period of one month.
Logistics Coordinator
Job Overview
Reporting to the Project Director, the role holder will work to ensure that all import merchandise is cleared through customs in the various destinations throughout the project.
The Principal Accountabilities include:
Facilitate custom clearance for both temporary importation and export of project merchandise and cargo moving across the border and cleared through JKIA.
Source and ensure that we have reliable transporter to transport all the earmarked cargo for transportation between Kenya and Tanzania.
Ensure that we have all documentation required for this shipments a week in advance
Provide critical paths, checklists and work plans for logistics.
Provide accurate daily updates and status reports of shipment shipment moving across the border and to other venues across the project schedule.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma
At least three (3) years progressive experience in Logistics
Available for a period of one month
Excellent computer skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Sound judgment and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage several tasks at once and prioritize requests from multiple team members
Highly organized and detail-oriented
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualifications, please send your CV and letter of application indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role and details of your current and expected salary to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 14th March 2012
They are looking for a high caliber individual to fill the position of Logistics Coordinator for a contract period of one month.
Logistics Coordinator
Job Overview
Reporting to the Project Director, the role holder will work to ensure that all import merchandise is cleared through customs in the various destinations throughout the project.
The Principal Accountabilities include:
Facilitate custom clearance for both temporary importation and export of project merchandise and cargo moving across the border and cleared through JKIA.
Source and ensure that we have reliable transporter to transport all the earmarked cargo for transportation between Kenya and Tanzania.
Ensure that we have all documentation required for this shipments a week in advance
Provide critical paths, checklists and work plans for logistics.
Provide accurate daily updates and status reports of shipment shipment moving across the border and to other venues across the project schedule.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma
At least three (3) years progressive experience in Logistics
Available for a period of one month
Excellent computer skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Sound judgment and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage several tasks at once and prioritize requests from multiple team members
Highly organized and detail-oriented
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualifications, please send your CV and letter of application indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role and details of your current and expected salary to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 14th March 2012
Accounts Receivable Job Vacancy
Company Profile: Our client is a leading communication solutions provider
Job Title: Accounts Receivable
Job Role: Providing financial, clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of accounts under his or her control.
Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of customer invoices for goods supplied & services rendered and that any billing queries are attended immediately and feedback given to customers.
Preparation of monthly accounts receivable reconciliations by the 15th of every month, while ensuring that customer receipts have been correctly allocated and the customers’ statement reflects only unpaid items
Responsible for monthly preparation and distribution of debtors statements
Provide a monthly report on high outstanding debt balances and make recommendations on the way forward to minimize risk of bad debt.
Closure of the periods on a monthly basis in the system to ensure correctness of the sales reports before the next billing cycle
Ensure that customer tax exemptions documents are duly approved and are in order.
Responsible for reconciling the fixed assets register to the general ledger
Responsible for preparing and ensure posting of the monthly depreciation run
Preparing weekly retail stock reconciliations and monitoring inter-branch stock transfers.
Participate in the monthly physical stock take as instructed by the business and ensure sign-off with stock controller/counting staff on completion of stock count.
Education and Experience
Bachelor degree from a recognized university will be an added advantage
CPA Part II or equivalent Diploma in Credit Management
Must be a mature person (preferably over 30)
5 years Accounting or account management experience in an international or well run company
Should have experience in debt collection knowledge of accounts receivable
MS office applications – Advanced
High-end accounting software – Advanced
Send all applications to mycv@myjobseye.com if you meet the above qualifications
Job Title: Accounts Receivable
Job Role: Providing financial, clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of accounts under his or her control.
Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of customer invoices for goods supplied & services rendered and that any billing queries are attended immediately and feedback given to customers.
Preparation of monthly accounts receivable reconciliations by the 15th of every month, while ensuring that customer receipts have been correctly allocated and the customers’ statement reflects only unpaid items
Responsible for monthly preparation and distribution of debtors statements
Provide a monthly report on high outstanding debt balances and make recommendations on the way forward to minimize risk of bad debt.
Closure of the periods on a monthly basis in the system to ensure correctness of the sales reports before the next billing cycle
Ensure that customer tax exemptions documents are duly approved and are in order.
Responsible for reconciling the fixed assets register to the general ledger
Responsible for preparing and ensure posting of the monthly depreciation run
Preparing weekly retail stock reconciliations and monitoring inter-branch stock transfers.
Participate in the monthly physical stock take as instructed by the business and ensure sign-off with stock controller/counting staff on completion of stock count.
Education and Experience
Bachelor degree from a recognized university will be an added advantage
CPA Part II or equivalent Diploma in Credit Management
Must be a mature person (preferably over 30)
5 years Accounting or account management experience in an international or well run company
Should have experience in debt collection knowledge of accounts receivable
MS office applications – Advanced
High-end accounting software – Advanced
Send all applications to mycv@myjobseye.com if you meet the above qualifications
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