Save the Children - Head of Logistics (East Africa) Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Vacancy

Head of Logistics, East Africa
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Save the Children is a global child rights organisation with a dual mandate to deliver world-class, quality programming in health, education and child protection and to be the leading INGO for children in emergencies.
 

Save the Children:

• reaches 50 million children every year
• raises $1.4 billion for children every year
• has 29 national organizations in North and South America, Europe, Africa and Asia
• works in more than 90 countries and has over 15,000 employees

As a key member of the Program Operations team you will be supporting the development of Save the Children’s strategic approach to logistics in the East Africa and identify and build the capacity of regional logistics staff.
 

You will work with Country Offices to build their logistics and operational capacity to plan and manage their resources and assets efficiently and effectively, ensuring that programmes meet their commitments and are accountable to their beneficiaries and donors. 

You will be providing technical support to Country logistics managers and Focal points on all aspects of logistics and operational programme delivery, in order to reduce operational costs and improve the quality and timeliness of projects.
 

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 years or more experience in logistics management including 3 years managing humanitarian logistics in conflict or disaster affect countries
• Experience in supply chain management including procurement, transport, warehouse and stock management and distribution
• Experience in setting up fleet management systems including planning, monitoring running costs, pooling, developing replacement strategies.
• Experience in the set up communications networks and procedures including HF & VHF radio systems, and satellite phones
• Knowledge or working with major institutional donors, and understanding to their rules and regulations.
• Computer literate (including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel) and competency in development of spreadsheets and databases
• Appropriate training experience in developing skills
• Experience in planning and managing budgets and projects
• Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours in the event of major emergencies
• Proven ability to handle challenging work load
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Fluency in English (required) and an additional language preferred
• Willingness to travel 50% of the time to attend Global meeting, carry out programme visits and assessments and assist as needed in emergency response
• Commitment to Save the Children values

Application process
 

If you meet the above requirements, please send your detailed CV together with a cover letter and current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor to SCIRecruitment@savethechildren.org not later than 16th May 2012. 

For more information, please visit our website www.savethechildren.net/jobs

IEBC - Investigation & Prosecutions Manager, Election Offences Prosecution Officers and Election Offences Investigation Officers Jobs in Kenya

 The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission(IEBC) is established under Article 88 of the constitution of Kenya with the mandate of 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. 

Other duties include delimitation of electorate units, registration of voters, regulation of political parties, voter education, settling of electoral disputes and modernization and reforming of electoral processes and systems.
 

IEBC ensures that elections are credible, transparent, free and fair. It is committed to upholding national values and principles of good governance and democracy. 

The Commission adheres to principles of the law on public services especially on leadership and integrity.
 

The IEBC invites applications for the following positions:-
 

1. Manager - Investigation and Prosecutions 

1 Post

IEBC Grade 4
 

Duties

• Effectively and efficiently manage the investigation and prosecutions department.
• Prepare departmental work plans and ensure implementation of the same within set guidelines.
• Monitor departmental work performance and ensure no back log on cases.
• Supervise staff work performance in the department and ensure enhanced productivity.
• Prepare budgets for the department and ensure proper utilization.
• To supervise all prosecutions undertaken by the Commission and ensure cases are handled effectively.
• To assist in Dispute Resolution handling process in the Commission.

 Qualifications and Experience

• LLB Degree from a recognized university.
• Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law.
• Admitted as an advocate in the High Court of Kenya.
• At least 8 years’ experience, preferably in criminal prosecutions.
• Ability to engage in Dispute Resolution.
• Computer literate.
• Team player.
• Being an investigation officer or former prosecutor is an additional advantage.

2. Election Offences Prosecution Officer 

2 Posts

IEBC Grade 6
 

Duties

• Effectively and efficiently handle prosecution matters.
• Preparing pleadings and other materials.
• Appearing in court to present evidence and argue the cases on behalf of the Commission.
• Advise the commission where necessary on legal matters and undertake legal research.

Qualifications and Experience

• LLB Degree from a recognized university.
• Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law.
• Admitted as an advocate in the High Court of Kenya.
• At least 6 years’ experience, preferably in criminal investigations.
• Ability to engage in Dispute Resolution.
• Computer literate.
• Team player.

3. Election Offences Investigation Officer 

2 Posts

IEBC Grade 6
 

Duties

• Effectively and efficiently investigate election matters.
• To supervise investigations undertaken by the commission
• The collection, tabulation and recording of history and data concerning Criminal, undesirable and suspicious persons in electoral units relating to individual and matters calling for special enquiry.
• Conducting and correspondence and interchange of reports on election matters with the commission.
• The investigation of complicated criminal offences and furnishing of assistance to commission in cases of inquiries presenting difficult feature
• The supervision, where desirable of individuals during election period.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in criminology or any other related degree from a recognized university.
• Being atleast a chief inspector or equivalent.
• At least 6 years’ experience, preferably in criminal investigations.
• Ability to engage in Dispute Resolution.
• Computer literate.
• Team player.

 Applicants should fill the online form provided on the Commission website www.iebc.or.ke/careers. 

A printed copy of the form and copies of certificates can be dropped or posted to the;
 

Chief Executive Officer/ Commission Secretary,
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission,
Anniversary Towers, 6th Floor Reception, University Way,
P. O. Box 45371 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Forms are also available at the Commission Headquarters and Regional Offices. 

Applications must be received on or before 24th May 2012. 

The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. 

Canvassing will lead to disqualification. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

Shortlisted candidates will be required to comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Java Software Engineers Jobs in Kenya

Java Software Engineers

Are you a talented and committed individual who would like to work as a Java Software Engineer for multi-national companies in Europe, Canada and the US across the Internet from Kenya?

The requirements for this position are: that you are a Kenyan Citizen; you live in or can commute or relocate to Nairobi; you have graduated (within the last one year) or about to graduate in an IT related degree (MUST) or have previous software experience; and finally, you love computer programming!

If you would like to learn more please logon to www.jjpeople.com/jjrs here you can fill in an application and attach you CV.

JJPeople is an international software company with offices in London, Nairobi and Canada.

We will provide you with free training in J2EE Java related technologies and Agile Software techniques.

Production Shift Leaders and Technical Machine Operators Jobs in Kenya

 A leading manufacturer of quality fortified blended cereals and legumes located in Athi River require the following;

Production Shift Leaders

Summary

To supervise production human resource, machinery and material so that production targets are achieved at set quality standards, time and specifications.

Requirements;

• Higher Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience in food & beverage sector, with at least minimum 1 years as a supervisor.
• Knowledge of production or manufacturing processes, procedures and Machinery will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of ISO, OSHA, TPM, HACCP and GMP a must.
• Must be computer literate.
• Result oriented and a Good Team Leader.

Technical Machine Operators

Summary

Ensure effective and efficient operation and maintenance of machines to meet production targets on set quality and safety standards.

Requirements;

• Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 1 year working Experience.
• Knowledge of production or manufacturing processes, GMP, OSHA, TPM and ISO a must.
• Must be computer literate
• Work under minimum supervision.
• Result oriented and a Good Team Leader.

Interested candidates who meet above criteria may send via email their applications enclosing a comprehensive C.V, copies of educational & professional qualifications and testimonials on or before 18th May 2012 to: vacancies@nutro.co.ke