Article Writers

 We are a professional group of writers operating in Nairobi. 

We are looking for experienced writers who can work from our offices or remotely (from home). 

The related Payments are to be made once a week.

Qualification Requirements:
 

Perfect US English with flawless spelling, grammar, and punctuation
 

A resume showing your qualifications
 

Excellent research skills
 

The ability to write on a variety of topics.
 

Experience in SEO articles.
 

One hundred percent unique and original content. What is desired is that the information is gathered from more than one source and written in the writer's own words. Even if the job is to rewrite an article, it must be completely rephrased.
 

Ability to meet tight deadlines
 

Willing to commence by 30th June, 2012
 

Applications to be send to writerspal@hotmail.com

Programme Officer - Emergency

Programme Officer - Emergency

Grade: NS2
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: Programmes

Reporting to: Programme Manager - Emergency
Contract: 12 months with possible extension

Key relations: Emergency Coordinator, HSNP SPR Manager, Resource Development Advisor, Regional Development Centre staff

Organization Background

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives.

HelpAge’s strategic aim for its work in emergencies is to ensure that older people receive humanitarian assistance as they are entitled to according to humanitarian principles. 

We achieve this by implementing responses to emergencies and, using the evidence of our programmes and research, influencing the policy and programmes of other humanitarian aid providers – including national governments – to ensure they meet the needs of older people.

Overall purpose of the Job:

To ensure coordination of effective stakeholder engagement at all levels of the organization, to support a well-coordinated and strategic resource acquisition effort that focuses on HelpAge International’s thematic areas and core competencies.

Job content and Key Tasks

1. Profile HelpAge International through appropriate representation with Donors , Government , Peer Organizations and other key stakeholders
2. Actively seek and identify funding opportunities and develop proposals with compliance to donor requirements and technical support from different departments and program managers
3. Preparation and compilation of various documents and reports
4. Liaise with the M&E Coordinator to ensure accurate data for learning, advocacy work and preparation of reports
5. Assist the Emergency Program Manager in tracking the status of project implementation in regard to donor compliance, documentation, learning and sharing;
6. Participate in key humanitarian coordination forums and cluster meetings in order to highlight issues of older people in emergencies.
7. Actively identify and seize opportunities for influencing policies and strategies.
8. Keep abreast of best practise developments in the humanitarian and DRR sectors and ensure they are applied in HelpAge emergency response and DRR programmes
9. Support affiliates and partners in Kenya in relation to emergency response and DRR programmes, establishing systems and procedures and ensuring regular monitoring of programmes, including evaluation and audit missions.
10. Document experience gained in HelpAge’s emergency and DRR programmes as well as other sources in order to share evidence and learning and disseminate good practise.
11. Develop collaborative and partnership operations with other operational agencies in order to mainstream response to the needs of older people.
12. Be involved in the organization of training and other events organized at the EWCARDC;
13. Participate in the activities of the East, West and Central Africa Regional Development Centre;
14. To undertake any other duties as assigned by the management.

The post holder is expected to operate within all HelpAge’s policies and procedures.

Person Specification

• Essential Bachelor’s Degree in development studies or social sciences. 
• 5 years’ work experience with preferable with an INGO in a similar role 
• Demonstrated experience in leadership, strategic management, results based management, staff capacity building, networking, fundraising, design, monitoring and evaluation. 
• Ability to maintain donor relations through timely and adequate communications. 
• Cross cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Fluent spoken and written English 
• Ability and willingness to be administratively self supporting 
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally as required

Desirable 

• Knowledge and interest of ageing preferred 
• Familiarity with Social Protection, international development.

To apply, please send an updated CV and covering letter by 6 July, 2012, explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to:

Regional Human Resources Coordinator
HelpAge International
East, West and CentralAfrica Regional Development Centre,
P.O. Box 14888 – 00800
Westlands, Nairobi

Email: helpage@helpage.co.ke

These are National Positions
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
HelpAge International is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Chief Executive Officer

Establishment

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board (LVNWSB) is one of the eight Water Services Boards established under the Water Sector Reforms Programme through the Water Act 2002 for the purpose of bringing about efficiency and sustainability in the provision of water supply and sanitation services in the country. 

The Board was established through Kenya Gazette Notice No. 1717 of 12th March, 2004 and licensed by the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) on 11th May, 2007.

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board covers seven counties including the entire Western Province and parts of the Rift Valley Province. Geographically, this translates to about 14,000 square kilometers, with an estimated population of about 7,000,000 people.

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board is seeking to recruit a suitable self driven, result oriented and highly qualified individual to fill the position of the Chief Executive Officer.

Key Responsibilities

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board of Directors, and shall be the Principal Officer of the Board responsible for the overall leadership and implementation of the Board mandate and aspirations as may be outlined in the performance targets and strategic plan.

Job Profile

• Carrying out day-to-day business of the Board to ensure that departments, sections and units conform to the overall operations plans and performance targets.
• Providing overall leadership and overall administration of the operations of the Lake Victoria North Water Services Board under the guidance of the Board.
• Developing short term corporate strategies, for Board of Directors approval, for effective implementation of the strategies stipulated in the Board’s Strategic Plan;
• Managing internal multidisciplinary teams and external parties to ensure set objectives are achieved.
• Developing performance standards together with mechanisms for ensuring compliance therewith by Water Service Providers.
• Promoting Board’s image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners while promoting the principles of good governance in the Board’s area of jurisdiction;
• Developing networks and partnerships with development partners and spearhead donor collaboration, fund raising and project development within the Board’s area of jurisdiction.
• Advising the Board of Directors on expansion of business operations, investment planning and sustainable development of water service facilities.
• Directing and coordinating the Board’s operations and administration so as to ensure that the various organs of the Board operate in conformity with the overall operational plans and performance targets;
• Advising the Board of Directors concerning future activities of the Board and also on the objectives and policies while eliminating any form of risks which would affect the smooth management of the organization.
• Ensuring compliance with Government’s policy and regulatory guidelines and directives.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related discipline from a recognized university and be a registered member of ERB or relevant professional body where applicable;
• A Masters degree in Engineering or Water Sciences, or Business Management/ Administration will be an added advantage;
• Should have at least ten (10) years of experience in a Water and Sanitation Sector, and at least 5 years in Senior Management position;
• Should have undergone a Corporate Governance/Leadership Course in a recognized institution;
• Should have experience of implementing donor funded projects;
• Should have track history of integrity, creativity, innovation, self drive and result orientation.
• Should have exceptional visionary leadership and negotiation skills with capacity to engage with local, regional and international organizations:
• Should have excellent communication and presentation skills, strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and team capacities and high professional ethical standing.
• Should be self-driven and capable of working under minimum supervision;

Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their sealed applications by Registered post or Courier services clearly marked “Application for Chief Executive Officer, Lake Victoria North Water Services Board” attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates and testimonials, stating their current position, remuneration and telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 17th July, 2012.

To:

The Chairman
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
P.O. Box 673 – 50100
Kakamega

Email: ceo@lvnwsb.go.ke

* Important Notice: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification LVNWSB is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture.

Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) - Corporate Communications Officers (Media Relations, Content Management & Internal Communications)

 Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is to manage and conserve wildlife in Kenya. 

The Service seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following positions at its Headquarters.
 

1. Corporate Communications Officer (Media Relations) 

JG ”6” 

One (1) Post
 

Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the overall responsibility will be to ensure that the Service protects and promotes its image in a proper and coordinated way.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Devising and developing effective strategies to address live and potential issues which may impact on the organization’s imagein the short, medium and longer term proactive and reactive media relations.
• Implementing an integrated media strategy, using both traditional and digital media channels to raise the Service’s profile across a broad range of stakeholders.
• Developing and implementing media plans across the organization.
• Advising on potential media angles for new streams of work.
• Working with internal teams to develop key messaging for projects.
• Media liaison (local, regional and international)
• Gathering, development and disseminating accurate and timely information to the press locally, regionally and internationally.
• Media placement and development of feature articles.
• Generating media coverage.
• Providing media training & coaching other employees to deliver key messages in media interviews and other public platforms.
• Coordination of speech writing.
• Handling issues/crises and acting as the primary contact for journalists.
• Developing and maintaining strong, professional relationships with the press and media colleagues.
• Working with the wider communications team to deliver a fully integrated communications program

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Diploma in Journalism for candidates with a non journalism degree.
• At least three (3) years experience in a media house environment.
• Demonstrated ability to copy, edit and maintain online technical content
• Familiarity with the standards of writing, copy editing, and proof reading
• Ability to identify, research and promote modern copy practice where required
• Ability to improve written content with attention to detail
• Experience and easy networking with subject matter experts to achieve a common goal
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• IT Skills
• Having sound knowledge of media operations and contacts regionally, nationally and internationally
• Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

2. Corporate Communications Officer (Content Management) 

JG ”6” 

One (1) Post

Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the overall responsibility will be to manage the look and feel of the Service’s website.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of the website & content management system strategy.
• Develop a web gap analysis matrix for continuous improvement.
• Create, develop and manage content for the organization’s web presence
• Coordinate web projects across Divisions/Departments and with content authors.
• Identify new content opportunities and ways to re-purpose existing content throughout the site.
• Maintain a consistent look and feel throughout the website and any other sites.
• Copy edit and proof read all web content.
• Develop a system of collation of content from within and without the organization.
• Keep current with emerging web technologies through relevant blogs, listservs and events.
• Assure web based information is archived for future needs and reference.
• Track and report on all site metrics.
• Organize and support web writing training.
• Carry out quality assurance checks on content.
• Working with the wider Communications team to deliver a fully integrated communications program
• Supporting and facilitating the Service in the use of latest social media such as twitter, facebook, you tube with a view to enhancing the Service’s mandate.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field from a recognized institution.
• At least three (3) years experience in managing content and production for high traffic websites.
• Demonstrated ability to copy, edit and maintain online technical content
• Familiarity with the standards of writing, copy editing, and proof reading
• Ability to identify, research and promote modern copy practice where required
• Ability to improve written content with severe attention to detail
• Experience and ease networking with subject matter experts to achieve a common goal
• Knowledge of multi-media content management
• Demonstrated training and/or experience in applications of new information and communication technologies.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• IT Skills
• Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

3. Corporate Communications Officer (Internal Communications) 

JG ”6” 

One (1) Post

Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the overall responsibility will be to ensure effective delivery of information and corporate communications to KWS staff.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing an understanding and awareness of the internal communications needs within the organization.
• Owner of corporate internal communication process delivering timely and effective communication.
• Building on existing networks and developing where required internal communications contacts throughout the organization e.g. change managers, focus groups and communications audits.
• Delivering regular communication for all staff through a range of channels, ensuring ease of access to communications, clarity and consistency of messages, newsletters, e- bulletin, intranet, briefing material etc
• Working with the wider communications team to deliver a fully integrated communications program.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field from a recognized institution.
• At least three (3) years experience within a media house environment, organization or communications agency
• Have significant internal communications experience, including strategic development of internal communications plans and a track record of successful implementation
• Excellent writing and editing skills and experience of communicating via offline channels
• Familiarity with the standards of writing, copy editing, and proof reading
• Ability to identify, research and promote modern copy practice where required
• Ability to improve written content with severe attention to detail
• Experience and ease networking with subject matter experts to achieve a common goal
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• IT Skills
• Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of the National ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees, to reach the undersigned not later than 10th July, 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

Director
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 - 00100
Nairobi.