M-FARM - Agricultural Journalist

 Due to our continued success and plans for growth in 2012, here at MFARM LTD, we have a vacancy for an Agricultural Journalist .

Working as part of the MFARM LTD dedicated team, you will carry on the publication’s tradition of providing first class news coverage across the many agricultural spectrums.

Primary duties:

• producing five stories and features daily,
• writing analysis
• Responding to farmers query on farming advice

Candidates must have:

• first class written and verbal skills and have a working knowledge and expertise on agriculture,
• tech savvy and research oriented
• A knowledgeable interest in the Horticulture sector would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will be:

• outgoing,
• confident and self-motivated and be
• flexible to working throughout the country.

This is a demanding role suited to a hard-working, driven self-starter, who is capable of making a major contribution as part of a tight-knit team working at the highest level to tight deadlines.

Outstanding organisational and interpersonal skills are required.

If you can satisfy all the requirements above and believe you are the right person to take up this challenging and rewarding position then please apply attaching a current CV and cover letter, telling us why you are the ideal candidate for role to jobs@mfarm.co.ke

Closing Date: 24th June 2012

Ministry of Health Jobs in Zanzibar

Revolutionary Government Of Zanzibar 

Ministry Of Health Zanzibar

The Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar has received fund from PEPFAR and Global Funds RIO towards the cost of the HIV/TB Program.

The Ministry of Health Zanzibar,which is one of the implementing agencies of the program intends to use part of the proceeds of this Fund to eligible payments to employ one Consultant to conduct an assessment on quality of HIV/STI data at health facility, district and national levels as well as design a quality assurance system, one monitoring and evaluation expert for TB and Leprosy Program, one Medical Officer and two Clinical Officers, to work at Mnazi Mmoja HIV Care and Treatment Clinic.

The Ministry of Health Zanzibar wishes to invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced applicant from eligible participant for the below mentioned positions:

Health Consultant  

To conduct an assessment on quality of HIV/STI data health Facility district and National levels as well as design a quality assurance System 

(1 post) 

Objective

To conduct an assessment on quality of HIV/STI data at health facility, district and national levels as well as design a quality assurance system

Specific objectives

• To identify gaps that affect quality of HIV/STI data at all levels
• To identify and suggest measures to improve HIV/STI data
• To develop an action plan to implement corrective measures for improving HIV/STI data quality
• To design HIV/STI data quality assurance system and guideline

Scope of work

The scope of this consultancy includes:

• Review of all relevant documents including HIV and Health Sector strategic plan, guidelines, policy, programme reports, M&E framework and plan, development partners reporting templates
• Review existing HIV/STI data management system ( infrastructure, human resource, equipment, technical needs, data flow and use) at all levels
• Analyze data quality gaps from all data sources
• Develop an action plan to implement corrective measures for improving data quality
• Develop data quality assurance system and guideline
• Facilitate debriefing meeting to key stakeholders Expected outcomes/deliverables
• Inception report
• Report showing existing gaps and corrective measures
• Action plan to implement corrective measures for improving data quality
• HIV/STI data quality assurance system framework
• HIV/STI data quality assurance guideline
• Technical report on the process

Duration

30 working days between April and June 2012

Qualifications

• Relevant Masters Degree or Higher in Public Health, Epidemiology, Monitoring and Evaluation, Demography, Health Management Information System and Social Sciences
• Documented experience in carrying out similar exercise
• At least five years experience in health monitoring and evaluation activities

Competencies

• Demonstrates strong writing skills
• Has capacity to work with diverse partners including government, donors and civil society
• Sound computer skills and experience

Remuneration

Attractive package will be offered to a qualified consultant

Monitoring and Evaluation Expert for TB and leprosy Program

(l post)

Duration of the contract:

The contract will be for one year but there is a possibility to renew after evaluation of previous contract

Qualification and Experiences 

The candidate must have the following qualification

• The applicant must have at least Master’s degree in one of the following: monitoring and evaluation, public health, social science or statistic
• Experience of not less than three years ¡n the field of M&E
• Proficiency in common computer packages (e.g.Word, PowerPoint, Excel) relevant to the work.
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal English
• Experience in working with donor funded projects is an added advantage
• Experience in statistical computer package (STATA, SPSs, SAS) is an added advantage

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct within the first three months of assignment, a thorough M&E system assessment to diagnose the strengths and weaknesses of the entire system;
• Develop within six months of assignment, in collaboration with partners and stakeholders, an updated National TB and Leprosy M&E plan including a multiyear fully cost M&E action plan.This should incorporate the findings of the M&E system assessment;
• Develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive M&E capacity-building plan for the entire program covering national and sub-national level personnel;
• Develop and oversee the implementation of a routine and periodic data quality assurance protocol and procedures;
• Oversee the preparation of program progress reports by relevant staff and implementing partners;
• Lead the data analysis of reported data taking necessary measures to ensure data quality;
• Prepare consolidated progress reports for project management to submit to the relevant bodies, in accordance with approved reporting formats and timing.
• Guide the process for identifying the key performance questions and parameters for monitoring project performance and comparing it to targets. Design the format for such performance reports.
• Clarify the core information needs of central project management, the steering committee (or similar body), funding agencies and the cooperating institution.
• With stakeholders, to set out and implement the frame work and procedures for the evaluation of project activities.
• Review monitoring reports, analyse them for impact evaluation and to identify the causes of potential bottle necks in project implementation.
• Collaborate with staff and implementing partners on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts.
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervising manager

Remuneration

Attractive package will be offered to a qualified applicant

Medical Officer

Mnazi Mmoja HIV Care and Treatment Clinic (I post)

Duration of the contract: The contract will be for one year but there is a possibility to Renew after evaluation of previous contract

Qualification and Experiences

The candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Degree in Medicine
• A Master’s degree in Public Health or related field will be of added value
• At least 3 years experience of working in HIV/AIDS program
• Extensive clinical experience in care and treatment services
• Excellent team orientation, openness, responsiveness and conflict management skills
• Excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal, and management skills.

Overall Job Function:

Perform the task as Clinician for the care and treatment clinic (CTC) of Mnazi Mmoja Hospital

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working full time at CTC
• Attend CTC clients during the clinic hours
• Provide technical assistance on the strategies for improving retention of patients at clinic (pre and ART patients)
• Provide technical assistance for patients who might or in need of 2nd line of ARVs
• Prepare lectures for continuous education
• Participate ¡n hospital’s training sessions
• Improve patients’ data records and utilization Post Exposure Prophylaxis servises
• Prepare Clinic’s monthly report
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the care and treatment coordinator of ZACP

Clinical Officers

Mnazi Mmoja Care and Treatment Clinic Zanzibar (2 posts)

Duration of the contract: The contract will be for one year but there is a possibility to Renew after evaluation of previous contract

Qualification and Experiences

The candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Candidate should have a Diploma in Clinical Medicine from a recognized Medical Training Institution or related field will be of added advantage.
• At least two years’ experience in working in HIV care and treatment
• Experience in working in internal medicine department/wards
• Excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal, and management skills.

Overall Job Function:

Perform the task as Clinical Officer in care and Treatment Clinic of Mnazi Mmoja Hospital

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working full time at CTC as a clinician
• Improve record keeping of CD4 and other monitoring laboratory results
• Identify patients with signs of treatment failure and discuss the best management with the clinic in charge
• Participate in Hospital’s training sessions
• Complete and update patients records for the preparation of monthly and other periodic reports
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Care and treatment Coordinator of ZACP.

Interested individuals in any of the above positions should submit their application letters to the Program Manager, Zanzibar AIDS

Control Program, Ministry of Health , 

P.O.Box 1300 Zanzibar,Tel.024 2234044 

not later than 2nd August,20 12. 

All application letters should contain the following documents.

1. Capability Statement detailing the applicant’s general qualifications, experience and adequacy for the position applied
2. Detailed Curriculum Vitae with all time reachable telephone contacts
3. Copies of relevant academic certificates.
4. Testimonial letter from at least three referees.

Note: Only short listed candidate will be contacted.

Internal Auditor

 The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. 

As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

About the position

ICRAF seeks to recruit a candidate for the position of Internal Auditor to be based at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. 

Reporting to the Director General, the Internal Auditor will provide leadership in directing a broad and comprehensive program of internal auditing with an aim of bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. 

The job specifically includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Internal Audit Policy Guidance and Implementation

• Establish policies for the auditing activity and manage its technical and administrative functions
• Develop and execute comprehensive audit programs for evaluation of management controls for Centre activities.
• Ensure the highest professional standards and compliance with the guidelines of the Institute of Internal Auditors

Managing Audits

• Review activities and programs of the Centre to ensure that they are being conducted in a manner to efficiently and effectively accomplish the objectives intended by the Centre
• Facilitate the continuous development of and monitor the effectiveness of the risk management function
• Examine the effectiveness of all levels of management in the stewardship of Centre resources and their compliance with established policies and procedures
• Ensure that adequate operating and administrative policies and procedures, accounting system controls and monitoring controls are put in place by management
• Recommend improvement of management controls designed to safeguard Centre resources, promote growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations
• Assess the adequacy of action taken by operating management to improve controls, acknowledge adequate corrective action, and continue to review with appropriate management personnel action that is considered inadequate until there has been satisfactory resolution of the matter
• Coordinate special audit assignments at the request of management

Reporting

• Prepare and submit risk-based annual audit plans to the Director General and the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees for review and approval
• Prepare or review audit reports and ensure that they are formal, coherent, concise and timely records of the audit findings and observations
• Report to the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees on the adequacy of internal controls and risk management processes

Unit Management and Supervision

• Supervise the internal audit staff
• Manage the Unit’s budget
• Maintain a working relationship with the Centre’s external audits to ensure adequate audit coverage and avoid duplication.

Requirements

• University level academic qualification in accounting, finance or related field
• Professional qualification such as in internal auditing (CIA), accounting and financial management (CPA or CA or equivalent), information technology (CISA, CISM), fraud examination (CFE) administration and corporate governance
• Experience in internal auditing is a prerequisite with at least 10 years total experience in planning, conducting and managing internal or external audits; investigations; and consultancies related to corporate governance, risk management, organizational development, internal controls and compliance systems
• A very good knowledge of internal control and risk management frameworks and concepts
• Mature understanding of the ethical framework for internal auditors and ability to appreciate ethical issues applicable generally in the work place
• Highly developed analytical skills
• High-level skills in written and verbal communication in English, together with proven ability to prepare and present clear, logical and succinct written reports and correspondence
• Ability to provide authoritative, professional advice and assistance to audit client senior executives, managers and staff, in a constructive manner
• Capacity to work both autonomously and in a team environment
• Superior inter-personal skills, including an ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment within the internal audit unit and in the Centre

Terms of offer

The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. 

This position is on regional/international terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to a probation period of nine (9) months, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.

How to apply

Applications for the position must include:

• A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
• A detailed curriculum vitae
• The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.

All correspondence should be addressed to the 

Human Resources Unit, 

World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), 

PO Box 30677, 

Nairobi, Kenya 

OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. 

Applicants should indicate “Application for Internal Auditor” on their letters and email submissions.
 

Applications will be considered until 16 July 2012 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.
 

Interview dates: 8th and 9th August 2012
 

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

WASH Program Manager

Vacancy Announcement  

Re-Advertised

WASH Program Manager 

Adaado, Somalia

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL is an international humanitarian organization which provides assistance to populations who are victims of armed conflict or natural disasters.

For 30 years, SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) has concentrated its action on meeting three vital needs: water, food and shelter. 

By carrying out emergency programs, SI has acquired experience and expertise in the fields of WASH, food security, livelihoods and agriculture.

In the Horn of Africa, SI is currently implementing WASH and Food Security/Livelihoods programs in Kenya and Somalia.

Position Objective

The WASH Program Manager is a key senior staff member responsible for managing the WASH program in the field. 

He/she will take the lead in WASH needs assessment; ensuring achievement of WASH objectives; and will manage the WASH team in the field.

Hierarchy

Reports to: Field Coordinator - Adaado

Technical links with: WASH Coordinator Kenya/Somalia

Supervisor to: Construction supervisors, Hygiene promotion supervisors and hygiene promoters.

List of main tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

Team Management

• Recruit, train, mentor and manage the staff under his /her direct responsibility
• Prepare and update job descriptions for staff under his/her responsibility
• Evaluate the skills and performances of the staff under his/her responsibility
• Complete detailed activities plan of the sector in collaboration with the sector team

Project development

• Work closely with the Field Coordinator under the advice of the WASH Coordinator to complete detailed activity plans and other sector reports for the project
• Take lead role in carrying out sector needs assessment and propose best strategies of interventions and implementations
• Contribute to the development of the Program strategy in accordance with the SI Somalia country strategy plan

Project Management

• To ensure correct implementation of WASH activities specific to borehole rehabilitation
• To be responsible for the construction/rehabilitation of rainwater catchments and ensure efficient and effective quality of the work
• To control the development and progress of SI’s WASH program in Adaado (progress indicators, relevance and efficiency) and to adjust activities and processes in relevance to the field situation and budget availability through undertaking regular reviews
• To plan and supervise the implementation of relevant and effective hygiene promotion activities
• To ensure adherence to the budgets with objectives and activities agreed jointly with the financial staff in the field and in Nairobi office
• To be responsible for program reporting to the Field Coordinator according to SI and donor reporting regulations
• To facilitate the collection of baseline, project monitoring and context monitoring data by WASH field staff
• To contribute to the documentation of field experience through the development of Institutional Knowledge Building (IKB) files
• To follow the advice and recommendations of the WASH Coordinator, or to demonstrate good reason not to.

Logistics / Administration

• To prepare purchase requests for materials in liaison with logistics and administration personnel, including the provision of detailed specifications for all requests
• To plan movement and transport needs of the WASH team
• To prepare weekly transport and access plan to work sites for SI staff and have it validated in terms of security by the Field Coordinator
• To validate movements of WASH materials in and out of stock and to ensure timely deliveries of materials to worksites
• To monitor WASH budgets and expenditures, and to contribute to monthly budget monitoring reports to enure efficient and effective use of the available budget allocations
• To project WASH needs in terms of cashflow forecast for the Project

Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation

• Prepare sector reports and ensure timely submission to the Field Coordinator
• Monitor regularly the progress and the timely implementation of WASH activities as outlined in the project documents. 
• Develop the necessary monitoring and evaluation tool kits to check the success of the project 
• Participate in writing new propositions of humanitarian actions including proposals and concept notes according to the needs of target population 
• Document lessons learnt on strategic approaches (procurement, payment, recruitment, implementations, planning etc…) 
• Ensure that Solidarités’ management tools are properly used in the planning and implementation of WASH activities 

Communication

Internal Communication:  

• Share with the team every information about security, activities, logistical or administrative needs 
• Prepare weekly situation report for WASH activities 
• Contribute to final and intermediary activity reports 
• Participate in weekly coordination team meetings 
• Participate in security meetings

External Communication:  

• Sharing and discuss WASH related propositions with donor’s representative. 
• Participate in WASH Cluster meetings / forums whenever possible. 
• Participate and organize meetings with different humanitarian actors (UN, NGOs etc..) about WASH issues in the field

Qualifications and experience requested:

Education:  

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or other relevant field 
• A master’s degree in a field relevant to WASH programming would be a distinct advantage

Experience: 

• Minimum 3 years of experience in WASH project management in a similar position 
• Minimum 2 years of experience within an NGO or similar agencies 
• Proven experience of working directly with communities and developing community driven projects 
• Experience of work in a high security context 
• Experience in team management and planning 
• Proven experience in project management

Person Specification:

Skills and competences 

• Ability to operate effectively and be accepted by the community in all field sites 
• Good knowledge of WASH technologies and current hygiene promotion methodologies used in humanitarian contexts 
• Good knowledge of the project management cycle and methodology 
• Understanding and interest in emergency humanitarian situations 
• Knowledge and understanding of the main humanitarian actors 
• Ability to analyze complex geopolitics contexts 
• Team leadership and coordination ability 
• Ability to propose and put into action new ideas 
• Ability to negotiate with communities 
• Good communicator 
• Excellent writing capacity

Personality Traits 

• Calm and diplomatic (security context) 
• Good stress management skills 
• Strong capacity to work with initiative and without close supervision 
• Appetite for very challenging situations 
• Acceptance of harsh living conditions 
• Acceptance of Security rules and behavior guidelines 
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team

Languages: English (working language) Fluent in Somali language Knowledge of Kiswahili is an added advantage

Computer skills: Excellent competency in Microsoft packages(Word, Excel, Outlook)

How to apply:

Send a cover letter and CV to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org. 

Please indicate the job title and location in the email subject line.

Qualified persons with Somali background will have high consideration for an interview opportunity.

Deadline for applications: 30th June 2012. 

Please note that only shortlisted applicant will be contacted for interview.

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL is an equal opportunities employer