Ministry of Water and Irrigation - Technical Manager Job in Kenya

Republic of Kenya
 

Ministry of Water and Irrigation

Enhancing Climate Resilience and Water Security Project
 

Project No. P117635
 

Expression of Interest

Ref: MOWI / EWSCR /07/2011-2012

Technical Manager
 

The Government of Kenya has received financing from the International Development Association (World Bank) towards a Project Preparation Advance (PPA) for preparation of the Water Security and Climate Resilience Project, and it intends to apply part of the proceeds to payments for consulting services to be procured under this Advance.
 

The PPA will include the following activities: 

1) Preparation of core technical documents including;
 

i) a project implementation manual and; 

ii) an environmental, social and resettlement framework,
 

2) Provision of technical assistance for: 

i) analyzing the water sector’s legal, institutional and operational framework; 

ii) reviewing the water sector knowledge base and analytical tools; 

iii) preparation of economic and financial framework; 

iv) reviewing and enhancing the technical and environmental and social safeguard related documents and; 

v) supporting the management and implementation of the project including procurement and financial management functions, 

3) Carrying out preparatory studies for potential sub-projects, 

4) Strengthening the capacity of the project coordination office through provision of goods required for that purpose including office equipment, supplies and vehicles, 

5) Carrying out training and workshops.

To coordinate and support the implementation of the PPA, the Government of Kenya wishes to hire a Technical Manager for a period of one (1) year.
 

A. Objectives and Scope of Work of the Consultancy
 

The Technical Manager will report to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Irrigation, through the Project Manager.
 

The Technical Manager will support the Ministry of Water and Irrigation (MWI) in supervising, coordinating and managing technical activities under the PPA, in particular, by leading a team of water resources/irrigation, environmental, social, economic/financial, and institutional specialists to 

i) develop the Investment Framework (eligibility criteria and preparation guidelines), and 

ii) conduct investment screening, assess investment readiness, and undertake other associated activities. The Technical Manager will be responsible for producing the final deliverables in each of these areas, synthesizing inputs from the team of specialists, and for supporting MWI in the preparation of the Project Implementation Manual (PIM), incorporating among others Manuals on Social and Environmental Safeguards Procedures, and Procurement and Financial Procedures, etc.
 

B. Work station
 

Office space will be provided by the project.
 

C. Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in Engineering/Water Resources, Economics or related field, specializing in development or water-related sub-fields with at least 20 years of directly relevant work experience in the planning, preparation, and supervision of water resources investment projects and programs (including irrigation); 
• direct experience working in Africa, generally, and Kenya, specifically, would be a distinct advantage while direct experience working on World Bank/IDA financed development projects is strongly desired; and
• working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other essential software.

D. Remuneration
 

Remuneration will be based on international competitive rates and will reflect the selected candidate’s area of expertise and relevant work experience. 

Consultants not currently based in Kenya are also encouraged to apply; arrangements may be made for remote work with regular travel to Kenya.
 

E. Selection Method
 

Selection of an Individual Consultant will be in accordance with World Bank’s Guidelines for Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers dated January 2011. 

The selection criteria will be solely based on individual experience and qualifications.
 

The Ministry of Water and Irrigation (the client) now invites eligible consultants to forward their Expressions of Interest (EOI) in providing these services. 

Interested consultants must provide their CVs and information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (e.g. description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills, etc).
 

F. Invitation for EOI
 

Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours between 0900 – 1630 hours from Monday – Friday inclusive, except public holidays in Kenya, before the deadline for submission of Expression of Interest.

The completed expression of interest documents in writing in three (3) copies must be delivered to the Tender Box on Ground Floor or send to the address below so as to be received on or before 4th June, 2012 at 1200 hours Kenyan Local time. 

The expression of interest must be in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked “REF: MOWI / EWSCR /07/2011-2012 – “EOI FOR TECHNICAL MANAGER” addressed to:
 

The Project Manager,
Enhancing Climate Resilience and Water Security Project,
Ministry of Water & Irrigation, Maji House, Ngong Road,
P.O. Box 49720-00100, 

Nairobi. 

Tel: +254 02 2716103,
E-mail: ewscr-project@water.go.ke

Private Safaris Sales Managers, and Customer Relationship Management Executive Jobs in Kenya

 Private Safaris (E.A) Ltd., a local subsidiary of the Kuoni Travel Group is a premier Safari Specialist and Event Management company in the East Africa region covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Ethiopia. 

Our product range include safari and beach packages, adventure tours, honeymoon packages, golf tours, incentive travel, conference and events management.

With over 50,000 guests per year and our own fleet of buses and safari vehicles, Private Safaris (E.A) Ltd. leads the way in the region. 

To strengthen our team, we are seeking qualified persons to fill the following positions:

Sales Managers 

(2 Positions) - (CEE Market Including Russia & Far East)

Reporting to the Head of Sales and Marketing, the holders of these positions will generate and manage new business leads, coordinate communication with partners and manage client relationship.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Generate and manage new business leads in designated territories.
• Develop new product offers for leisure and corporate clientele.
• Maintain cordial business relationship with new and existing agents, clients and partners.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports on set deadlines.
• Conduct market intelligence on a continuous basis and update the management.
• Attend trade fairs and sales meetings abroad as required from time to time.
• Coordinate various marketing activities and materials for trade fairs, road shows and sales meetings.

Minimum Job specifications:

• A degree or diploma holder in Sales & Marketing and Tourism.
• Minimum 8 years working experience in the Tourism industry, preferably the last 3 years in Sales and Marketing.
• Must have shown merit and ability in related work area.
• Can read/write/Speak Russian fluently (In the case of Far East market, Mandarin language) and English.
• Self-motivated, confident, team player with excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge and experience in Tourplan System will be a plus.
• Other major foreign language(s) will be an added advantage.

Customer Relationship Management Executive

Reporting to the Head of Sales and Marketing, the holder of this position will support the delivery of business objectives through the development, implementation and maintenance of customer service strategies, policies and standards.

Important Areas;

• Quality assurance and control
• Service delivery supervision
• Client retention and loyalty
• Health and safety checks
• Contacts database Management
• Complaints and complements management

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement customer service strategy aligned with the overall company objectives.
• Ensure the customer service strategy is benchmarked against global best practices.
• Provide personalized, simplified and long term customer relationship management.
• Monitor the experience delivered across all our channels and provide relevant and innovative solutions to enhance customer service delivery.
• Identify and implement customer service improvement initiatives by planning, leading and monitoring processes and standards to ensure service level agreements are in line with the customer expectations and market trends.

Minimum Job specifications:

• A degree or diploma holder in Sales & Marketing and Tourism.
• 6 years’ experience in customer service, preferably the last 2 years in management level.
• Knowledge of industry trends and research tools.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Knowledge of CRM systems.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills with ability to influence others positively.
• Have good communication, problem solving and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of major foreign language(s) will be an added advantage.

If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria above, please submit your application letter with detailed curriculum vitae stating your current position, names of three referees, telephone contact to:

hr@privatesafaris.co.ke or visit www.privatesafaris.co.ke/jobs.asp

The deadline for submission of applications will be on 31 May 2012.

Ministry of Water and Irrigation - Water Resources and Irrigation Specialist Job in Kenya

Republic of Kenya
 

Ministry of Water and Irrigation
 

Enhancing Climate Resilience and Water Security Project
 

Project No. P117635

Expression of Interest

MOWI / EWSCR /08/2011-2012: Water Resources and Irrigation Specialist

The Government of Kenya has received financing from the International Development Association (World Bank) towards a Project Preparation Advance (PPA) for preparation of the Water Security and Climate Resilience Project, and it intends to apply part of the proceeds to payments for consulting services to be procured under this Advance.

The PPA will include the following activities: 

1) Preparation of core technical documents including;

i) a project implementation manual and; 

ii) an environmental, social and resettlement framework, 

2) Provision of technical assistance for:

 i) analyzing the water sector’s legal, institutional and operational framework;

ii) reviewing the water sector knowledge base and analytical tools;

iii) preparation of economic and financial framework; 

iv) reviewing and enhancing the technical and environmental and social safeguard related documents and; 

v) supporting the management and implementation of the project including procurement and financial management functions, 

3) Carrying out preparatory studies for potential sub-projects, 

4) Strengthening the capacity of the project coordination office through provision of goods required for that purpose including office equipment, supplies and vehicles, 

5) Carrying out training and workshops.

To coordinate and support the implementation of the PPA, the Government of Kenya wishes to hire a Water Resources and Irrigation Specialist for a period of one (1) year.

A. Objectives and Scope of Work of the Consultancy

The Water Resources and Irrigation Specialist will report to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Irrigation, through the Project Manager.

The Water Resources and Irrigation Specialist will support the Ministry of Water and Irrigation (MWI) in water infrastructure related aspects of PPA activities (including but not limited to water resources management and irrigation); and will in particular:

i) be responsible for technical aspects of the Investment Framework, investment screening, investment readiness, and other associated activities;

ii) work alongside a team of environmental, social, economic and financial, and institutional specialists to: 

(a) evaluate the physical/technical contribution of infrastructure to improving water security and climate resilience, 

(b) screen potential projects according to the above, 

(c) prepare TORs and/or provide input on enhancing technical readiness of investments, 

(d) examine possible investments for funding under the project in the context of the larger catchment/river basin, including the potential impacts of upstream activities/infrastructure on investments and potential downstream impacts of investments, 

(e) contribute to the design of a broader water investment pipeline planning and readiness tool, and 

(f) provide capacity/building training to MWI and relevant stakeholders.

B. Work station

Office space will be provided by the project.

C. Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in Civil or Irrigation Engineering or a comparable field; 
• at least 15 years of relevant work experience in the planning, preparation, implementation of a variety of water resources investment projects; 
• extensive experience in the design of complex or large irrigation projects wouldbe distinct advantage;
• while direct experience working in Africa, generally, and Kenya, specifically, would be an advantage; 
• direct experience in working on World Bank/IDA financed development projects is strongly desired; and 
• working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other essential software.

D. Remuneration

Remuneration will be based on international competitive rates and will reflect the selected candidate’s area of expertise and relevant work experience. 

Consultants not currently based in Kenya are also encouraged to apply; arrangements may be made for remote work with regular travel to Kenya.

E. Selection Method

Selection of an Individual Consultant will be in accordance with World Bank’s Guidelines for Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers dated January 2011. 

The selection criteria will be solely based on individual experience and qualifications.

The Ministry of Water and Irrigation (the client) now invites eligible consultants to forward their Expressions of Interest (EOI) in providing these services. Interested consultants must provide their CVs and information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (e.g. description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills, etc).

F. Invitation for EOI

Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours between 0900 – 1630 hours from Monday – Friday inclusive, except public holidays in Kenya, before the deadline for submission of Expression of Interest.

The completed expression of interest documents in writing in three (3) copies must be delivered to the Tender Box on Ground Floor or send to the address below so as to be received on or before 4th June, 2012 at 1200 hours Kenyan Local time. 

The expression of interest must be in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked “REF: MOWI / EWSCR /08/2011-2012 – “EOI FOR WATER RESOURCES/IRRIGATION SPECIALIST” addressed to:

The Project Manager,
Enhancing Climate Resilience and Water Security Project,
Ministry of Water & Irrigation, Maji House, Ngong Road,
P.O. Box 49720-00100, Nairobi. 

Tel: +254 02 2716103,
E-mail: ewscr-project@water.go.ke

Expression of Interest for the End Term Evaluation of AMREF Maanisha Programme

1. Background of the Project
 

Maanisha is a community focused initiative to control HIV and AIDS in Kenya. 

The project is implemented by the African Medical and Research Foundation (AMREF) in collaboration with Government of Kenya (GoK) structures and over 700 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and Private Sector Organisations (PSOs).

Government partners include the National AIDS Control Council (NACC), National AIDS and STI control programme (NASCOP) and Ministries of: Medical Services (MoMS); Public Health and Sanitation (MoPHS); Agriculture; Youth and Sports; Gender and Children’s Affairs; and Education. 

It is co-funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency and United Kingdom’s Department for International Development to the tune of US$ 30 million over a period of 5 years 2007 to 2012.
 

2. Objectives of the Consultancy
 

The main objective of the ETE is to assess achievement of the programme purpose.
 

The specific objectives of the end term evaluation are to:

• To assess relevance of the interventions to national and AMREF goals.
• To assess the extent to which the objectives of the project have been achieved and the outcomes/impact realized.
• To assess activities employed by the project and how efficiently the project resources were utilized – Value for Money (VFM). This shall include a VFM comparative analysis on what other interventions/approaches Maanisha could have used, with reference to VFM assessments internationally.
• To determine equity in regard to project interventions.
• To assess the sustainability mechanisms put in place.
• To document lessons learnt and best practices/ approaches of improving capacities of CSOs to deliver.
• To assess the gender outcomes and impact of programme interventions.
• To provide information for partner specific documentation.

3. Expected profiles of the consultant(s)
 

The consultant should have at minimum a Masters Degree in Public health or social sciences. 

In addition, the consultant should have expertise and hands on experience in public health evaluation and extensive experience in the following areas:

• M&E and operations research/ implementation science.
• Primary health care especially in the field of HIV/AIDS and TB.
• Institutional/organizational capacity assessments and development
• Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies including sampling and sample size selection and data analysis using computer based programmes.
• Good understanding of the health policies, including health economics and financing and overall Kenyan health system.
• Evidence of relevant hands on experience in the recent past in similar assignments will be required.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

Interested consultancy firms/individuals may obtain further DETAILED information on this solicitation at the following link: http://www.amref.org/silo/files/maanishaete.pdf
 

4. Submission of Proposal
 

Proposals should be enclosed in two plain envelops marked 1.) “RFP: END TERM EVALUATION OF THE AMREF MAANISHA PROJECT – FINANCIAL”. 2.) “RFP: END TERM EVALUATION OF THE AMREF MAANISHA PROJECT – TECHNICAL” and deposited in the tender box at AMREF In Kenya Country Office, next to the main reception so as to be received on or before Thursday 7th June 2012. 

Electronic bidding will not be permitted. 

Tenders will be opened in the presence of the bidders’ representatives who choose to attend at the same time on the same day at the AMREF in Kenya Conference Room. 

Late bids will be rejected.
 

The address referred to is: 

Country Director
AMREF KCO,
Langata Road,
P.O Box 30125-00100,
Nairobi
 

Tel: 254-020-6994000Fax:254-020-606340/602531
 

AMREF reserves the right to accept/reject any tender in part or whole and is not bound to give reasons for its decision.