Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant

Introduction:

ScriptX Consulting Limited is a startup company established in 2012 to sustainably provide businesses in Africa with simple, innovative & adaptable solutions in information management, IT and Telecoms. 

Although based in Kenya, ScriptX Consulting operations extend to the whole of Africa providing technological solutions in a wide range of industries including, transportation, hospitality, infrastructure, energy, mining, petroleum to real estate.

Job Description and Responsibilities

ScriptX is looking for a young motivated individual to join their team as a Marketing Assistant. The incumbent will be responsible for;

• Meeting existing clients and demonstrating how the products work
• Sourcing possible clients and selling ScriptX products
• Ensuring all ScriptX marketing tools (website, brochures, other visibility tools) are updated at all times while working closely with other teams
• Maintain a weekly work plan and reports
• Assist management in ensuring growth of ScriptX
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum diploma in marketing, business administration or other related field
• At least 2 years experience in a dynamic marketing environment
• Computer, reporting writing and presentation skills

If you are young, motivated and have marketing ideas outside the box, then you are the person SriptX is looking for. 

If you are interested, send your cover letter and CV, stating your current and expected salary to jobs@scriptx.co.ke. Closing date 6th July 2012. 

Submissions after the closing date will not be considered. 

UON - Lecturers, Graduate Asst., Technologists, Librarian, Secretary, Photographer, and Driver Jobs in Kenya

University Of Nairobi

Applications Are Invited For The Following Positions:-

Senior Lecturer

Department Of Political Science & Public Administration -2 Posts- AC/6/237/12–(R&T)

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Political Science from a recognized university. 

• They must demonstrate competence in teaching and research in at least two of the following sub fields of Political Science:- Comparative Politics, International Relations, Public Administration , Political Economy, Political Sociology and Political Theory. 
• They should have at least five (5) years teaching experience at both undergraduate and post graduate degree levels and must have supervised at least three (3) Masters Students to completion. 
• They must have experience in research as evidenced by publications in refereed journals. 
• In addition, they should have at least four (4) publications in refereed journals or two (2) publications in refereed journals and two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion.
• The successful candidates will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake research in their areas of specialization.

Lecturer

Department Of Ophthalmology- 2 Posts- AC/6/238/12- (CHS)

• Applicants must be holders of an MBChB degree or its equivalent plus a Master of Medicine degree in Ophthalmology or its equivalent from a recognized university and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level. 
• They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. 
• They should show evidence of continuing research activity. 
• They should be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ & Dentists Board.
  The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization. 
• They will also be expected to participate in Departmental/Faculty/ College matters.

Lecturer

School Of Law (Kisumu Campus)- 1 Post- AC/6/239/12- (CHSS)

Applicants must be holders of a PHD degree in Law from a recognized university. 

• Those with a Masters degree in the filed of Law from a recognized university and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level and have registered for a PhD degree will also be considered.
• They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. 
• They should show evidence of continuing research activity.
• The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization. 
• They will also be expected to participate in Departmental/Faculty/ College matters.

Tutorial Fellow

Department Of Land Resource Management And Agricultural Technology (Larmat)– 1 Post- AC/6/240/12- (CAVS)

• Applicant must have at least a Master of Science degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology or related field. 
• In addition, applicants must show evidence of PhD registration in a recognized university also show evidence of on-going research work. 
• Besides pursuing their PhD research, the successful candidate will be expected to teach few courses in his/her area of specialization. 
• They will also be expected to participate in all pertinent departmental, faculty and college activities.

Graduate Assistant

Department Of Chemistry- 1 Post- AC/6/241/12/-(CBPS)

• Applicants must be holders of a Masters degree in Chemistry from a recognized university. 
• In addition, they are expected to prepare a PHD proposal in Chemistry and be registered not later than one (1) year after appointment.

Senior Technologist 

Grade DEF, Science Workshop- 3 Posts -AD/6/242/12- (CBPS)

• Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Higher National
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering ( Production Option) plus five (5) years experience at the level of Technologist Grade ABC or equivalent in a busy manufacturing workshop. 
• They must be computer literate. 
• They should have practical experience in precision machine work, welding and fabrication and sheet metal work. 
• Those who have experience in both mechanical production and equipment servicing and maintenance will have an added advantage .

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the preparation and teaching of practical work for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Librarian/Translator 

Grade Def, Sub- Department Of French-1 Post- AD/6/243/12-(CHSS)

• Applicants should be holders of at least a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with training in French/ English translation. 
• They must, in addition have training in Librarianship to the level of Assistant Librarian or have professionally refereed experience in library work. 
• They must be ready to undergo a test in translation.
• Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.

Technologist 

Grade ABC (Agrometerology), Department Of - 1 Post -AD/6/244/12- (CAVS)

• Applicants must be holders of a KCSE C or its equivalent with credits in relevant subjects and an Ordinary Diploma in Applied Biology or equivalent from a recognized institution. 
• They must have at least three (3) years experience in an Agrometerology/ Plant Physiology Laboratory.
• The successful candidate will be expected to assist in practicals for the undergraduate and postgraduate classes, maintain research equipments and participate in research activities within the Department.

Technologist 

Grade ABC, School Of The Arts & Design - 2 Posts -AD/6/245/12- (CAE)

• Applicants must be holders of a KCSE C or its equivalent with credits in relevant subjects and an Ordinary Diploma in Design related fields from a recognized institution. 
• They must have at least three (3) years experience in design, photography or typography. 
• They should be computer literate.
• The successful candidate will be expected to assist in practicals for the undergraduate and postgraduate classes, maintain research equipment and participate in research activities within the Department.

Registry Supervisor 

Grade AB, Principal’s Office, College Of Education & External Studies- 1 Post- AD/6/246/12- (CEES)

• Applicants should be holders of atleast a KCSE C or equivalent with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent. 
• They must also hold a Certificate in Record Keeping or Office Management, KATC final or ACNC or its equivalent. 
• They must also have at least three (3) years of service as Records Clerk IV or equivalent. 
• They must be computer literate.

Assistant Secretary 

Grade A-1 Post- Sports & Games Department AD/6/247/12-(R&T)

Applicants should be holders of a KCSE C certificate or its equivalent qualification with a credit in English language. 

They must in addition have passed the following subjects offered by the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent examining body:-

• Business English III
• Commerce II
• Secretarial Duties II
• Office Management III
• Shorthand III (minimum 80 wpm) or Audio-Typewriting III
• Typewriting 50 wpm
• They must be computer literate.

Assistant Photographer 

Grade IV, Department Of Educational Communication & Technology-1 Post AD/6/248/11- (CEES)

• Applicants should be holders of at least a KCE Division III or its equivalent qualification.
• Candidates who have experience in digital image processing software such as photo shops and are computer literate will have an added advantage.

The successful candidate will be expected to operate digital video cameras, digital photographic camera and also a wide range of Audio/Visual equipment.

Driver 

Grade III, Students’ Welfare Authority (SWA) - 1 Post - AD/6/249/12- (SWA)

• Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE level of education or equivalent, have a clean valid driving license classes ABCE and PSV, passed in Occupational Test Grade III and have a certificate in First Aid 
• They must have at least three (3) years satisfactory previous driving experience after obtaining license.

Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.

Note:

1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.

2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.

3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-

Codes

R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi

CEES The Principal, College of Education & External Studies, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture &Veterinary Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

CHSS The Principal, College of Humanities& Social Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

CAE The Principal, College of Architecture & Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

Please Note That The University Of Nairobi Is An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only Shortlisted Applicants Will Be Contacted.

Closing Date: Friday, June 29 2012.

Research Assistant

Advertisement for a Research Assistant Position with KANCO
 

Background on KANCO
 

The Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO) is a national networks membership of non-governmental organizations, community based organizations, faith based organizations and research institutes that have an interest in working in the areas of HIV/AIDS, TB, Maternal and child health, harm reduction among other public health challenges in Kenya. Our main aim is to offer leadership and technical support to civil society organizations in the above public health areas.
 

Background on The Harm Reduction Programme By KANCO
 

Currently KANCO is conducting a 3 years Community Action on Harm Reduction (CAHR) programme supported by the Dutch government through the International HIV/AIDS Alliance. The CAHR Programme aims of significantly increasing the access of people who inject drugs to HIV prevention and care services in partnership with the various ministries of health in the country. 

In addition to increasing access to services, the CAHR programme aims to promote the human rights of people who inject drugs by fostering an enabling environment for HIV and harm reduction programming. It also prioritizes capacity building and knowledge sharing to expand and grow harm reduction expertise, in particular in civil society organizations.
 

The objectives of the programme are:
 

1. To improve access to HIV and harm reduction services for people who inject drugs, their partners and families by supporting civil society service providers to increase the range and scope of HIV and harm reduction services.
 

2. To build capacity (organizational and technical) in Kenyan civil society organizations to develop preparedness for harm reduction programming at scale.
 

3. To support a partnership approach to HIV and harm reduction responses in Kenya, working with decision makers, experts, Government programmes and services to promote an enabling environment for evidence based responses to HIV and drug use, and to ensure a human rights-based response to the problem of HIV and drug use in Kenya.
 

4. To generate and share knowledge on effective models of HIV and harm reduction programming aligned with the national context and research agenda, and informed by international examples of good practice.
 

Background on Qualitative Research Study among People who Inject Drugs In Kenya
 

In the context of increased evidence of HIV infection among people who inject drugs (PWID) in Kenya, especially in the Coastal Region, on-going policy shifts will enable the introduction and piloting of new harm reduction interventions, including needle and syringe exchange programmes (NSP) and opioid substitution treatment (OST).

KANCO, in collaboration with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (UK), is undertaking qualitative research alongside its development of harm reduction interventions. 

This qualitative study aims to describe the lived experiences and social contexts of access to care in relation to harm reduction, HIV prevention and HIV treatment interventions for people who inject drugs in Kenya. 

The key objectives of the study include:
 

a) to describe, among PWID, how social and policy environmental factors shape injecting drug use, risk practices, health identities and HIV risk reduction potential, including over time;
 

b) to describe how the introduction locally of new harm reduction technologies (specifically NSP, OST and ART) for PWID shape their drug injecting and risk practices, health identities and HIV risk reduction potential;

c) to explore specifically whether and how harm reduction and care technologies contribute to a shared sense of ‘citizenship’ among PWID, and the scope for community or collective actions in HIV prevention;
 

d) to describe the shifting policy and social environment for HIV prevention for PWID, including among community and policy stakeholders locally and nationally
 

In addition the study will contribute to the following secondary objectives:
 

e) assisting in the building of capacity in qualitative research methods and analysis locally; and
 

f) feeding findings into local intervention advocacy, national policy advocacy, and international evidence concerning the perceived impacts and contexts of introducing harm reduction interventions.
 

The study employs a longitudinal design among 90 people who inject drugs across three sites of Kenya: Nairobi (n=30); Malindi (n=30); and Ukunda (n=30). In addition to qualitative depth interviews at baseline (n=90), there are follow-up interviews, approximately 6 months later, with almost half (n=40) of those recruited at baseline in two of the sites (Nairobi, n~20; Malindi, n~20).

The study places emphasis on mixing methods, combining qualitative interviews with focus groups (n=5), targeted observations, and geo-social mapping of local drug injecting environments. Purposive sampling will occur via a combination of community recruitment through participating local outreach projects and onwards chain-referral.
 

In addition, the study seeks to describe the community and policy environment and how this frames HIV risk reduction efforts, including the perceived impacts of pilot harm reduction interventions. It will achieve this by
sampling for interview 21 stakeholders across the sites and nationally, including those working in HIV prevention intervention and policy as well as significant community members.
 

Analyses will involve thematic and narrative analyses. 

Throughout, the project seeks to build the capacity of local partners in the conduct and analysis of qualitative research, including via targeted data generation and analysis workshops. 

Taken together, the research promises to actively support local intervention developments, inform national and regional policy debates, build local research methods capacity, and contribute unique case studies to the international evidence-base.
 

The project is collaboration between KANCO, the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the International HIV/AIDS Alliance, the National AIDS and STIS Control Programme (NASCOP), and the National AIDS Control Council (NACC) in Kenya.
 

Position Description of the Research Assistant Position in Kenya
 

We are seeking to appoint a part-time (50%, 2.5 days a week) Research Assistant to work on a mixed-method qualitative longitudinal study investigating the social contexts of HIV prevention among people who inject drugs in Kenya. 

The post is based in the Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO) in Nairobi/along the Coast region.
 

Start Date: The post is available immediately for 30 months starting July 2012 to end in Dec 2014.
 

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Assist in data collection (key informant interviews, in-depth interviews, focus group discussion, field notes and observations), writing data summaries, coding transcripts and analysis, and reporting writing
• Assist in the coordination and support of the implementation of the mixed methods research
• Assist in orientating and training (data collection, analysis, ethics) of field workers on the study.
• Assist in findings dissemination locally.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the study Co- Principle Investigators (LSHTM and KANCO).

Essential Requirement

• A bachelor’s degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences, Health Education, Public Health, Sociology, Anthropology, or other related postgraduate degree.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in working in social science and /or qualitative research on HIV with most at risk populations especially people who use drugs
• Minimum of 1 year experience in the implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention behavior change interventions.
• Experience and skills using computer software for qualitative data analysis (e.g NVIVO)

Qualities and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of attitudes and cultural practices relating to health and HIV, especially among people who use drugs in Nairobi and Coast province.
• Skills in qualitative research methods.
• Appreciation of qualitative research
• An interest in developing personal capacity in relation to social science research (including considering a Masters-level degree qualification in a social science or health discipline)
• A good understanding of the published literature on HIV risk factors and behavioral interventions for HIV prevention.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise a team of field workers
• Ability to design and conduct in-depth qualitative interviews, focus group discussions and observations, directly in the field and among people who use drugs
• Excellent written/oral communication, interpersonal and organization skills.
• Ability to work well in a team, and be able to collaborate well with the local communities, and harm reduction partners.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Good judgment in trouble shooting, problem solving, awareness of own limitations, strong inter-personal skills and internal motivation

Terms of Employment:
 

Contract for 30 months as per KANCO schemes of service at 50% fte (2.5 days a week). Probation period for the first 3 months. Salary negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.
 

Applications should include the following:

• Letter of Application, emphasizing qualitative research skills and relevant experience
• Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
• Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
• Copies of Certificates
• Day time contact telephone number

Application Deadline: 29th June 2012
 

Applications should be sent via e-mail to jobs@kanco.org 

or Drop at the KANCO Office (Chaka Road off Argwings Kodhek Road)
 

KANCO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against: color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, HIV/AIDS Status and disability.
 

Executive Director
Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium
Chaka Road off Argwings Kodhek Road
P. O Box 69866 - 00400
Nairobi – Kenya
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Human Resources Officer

 The World Agroforestry Centre 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 us, visit our website: www.worldagroforesgtry.org

The Position:

World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is recruiting for the positions of Human Resources Officer to be based at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.  The position will report to the Human Resources Specialist.

The role will be to provide HR administrative and operational support within the HRU and frontline customer service to all ICRAF staff and Hosted Institutions that require access to HRU services. 

The successful applicant’s duties will include supporting the HR Specialist in the provision of an employee-oriented quality service in the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.  

With specific tasks being:

• Workforce planning
• Job evaluation
• Support sourcing and Selection Logistics
• Preparation of  Appointment letters/contracts
• On boarding  of new staff
• Administration of probation evaluation process
• Administration of employee Separation

Qualifications and experience

• First degree in HRM, or business management/ business administration.  A diploma in HRM is of an added advantage.
• At least 5 years’ experience in HR work and 3 of these being in recruitment.
• IT competent in MS Office and email and internet utility
• Solid experience with Human Resource Management Information System
• Ability to demonstrate strong planning, tracking, administrative, written and oral skills
• A professional and flexible approach to work, with the ability to prioritise.
• Experience of delivering strong customer service with ability to identify client needs for appropriate solutions
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural, environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity and teams

Terms of offer

We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women. 

This position is remunerated on local terms. 

The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a six (6) months’ probation period.   

How to applyPrepare:

• A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position, and your salary expectations.
• Detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae.
• The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses, and fax details, if available.

Address these to:

The Human Resources Unit, 

World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), 

P.O Box 30677, 00100, 

Nairobi, Kenya 

OR send via email to: icrafhru@cgiar.org. 

Indicate “Application for a Human Resources Officer” on the application letter. 

Applications will be considered until 04 July 2012. 

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