Wednesday, 22 August 2012

Stores Clerk

The Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK) is a local NGO providing comprehensive rehabilitation services with the aim of empowering persons with disabilities.

The APDK Nairobi branch, seeks to fill the following vacancy:

Stores Clerk
 
Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Maintain accurate records of all stock items through the stock cards for each bin by keying in all issues and receipts on a daily basis.
  • Maintain clean and orderly shelves with stock items clearly labeled  with correct codes and item descriptions at all times
  • Ensure prompt issuance of goods upon authorized request by the HOD or his or her representative, through the Internal Stores Requisition Form (ISR) to the user department in the agreed times.
  • Assist in the  receiving ,inspection and dispatching of consignments to various parts of the world
  • Reviews stock records & recommends or initiates ordering of supplies to maintain adequate stock levels
  • Participate in counting store physical inventory
  • React to all business requirements quickly and with a sense of importance
  • Any other duties, which might be required by the   management by virtue of your position.
Desired Competencies/qualifications:
  • Ability to exercise extreme accuracy in the maintenance of records
  • Must have ability to perform physical labor in moving stocks & maintaining area in a clean and orderly condition
  • Certificate in Purchasing & Supplies Management
  • Computer literate
  • 2 year experience in Supplies Management
  • Age-25-35 years  old
Persons with physical challenges are encouraged to apply.

Applications with CV, three references, current and expected remuneration to be submitted before 31st August 2012.

The Recruitment Committee
APDK – Nairobi Branch
Box 46747, 00100 
Nairobi

Nutrition Intern Kakuma

Nutrition Intern Kakuma

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi.
The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance. 
 
Required Qualifications:
  • Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics with no previous work experience
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge in computer statistical packages and basic analysis skills
  • Fluency in Turkana/Somali will be an added advantage.
Full Job descriptions can be downloaded at www.rescue.org/careers

Please apply on or before September 5, 2012
 
IRC leading the way from harm to home

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

In-Processing Manager

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Adjudications Processing Supervisor

Adjudications Processing Supervisor

This position is responsible for ensuring that processing completed by the staff in the field or in the office is done in an efficient and effective manner while adhering to current RSC Africa standard operating procedures, as well as PRM and USCIS guidelines. 
This position will oversee CIS Administrative days in Nairobi, as well as communicate with CIS on specific cases.
This position directly supervises a Senior Field Team Leader-Adjudications, Field Team Leaders-Adjudications, Senior Casework Assistants –Adjudications and Senior Caseworkers-Adjudications. 
This position reports to the Adjudications Manager. 
Main responsibilities include: 
  • Ensure all refugee case processing functions performed by Senior CWs, Senior CAs, FTLs and Senior FTLs adhere to USRAP, USCIS, RPC, and RSC standards and guidelines to ensure the integrity of RSC case processing and strict adherence to the DOS/BPRM Guidelines for the Treatment of Refugee Records 
  • Oversee the identification of eligible cases for USCIS scheduling and preparation 
  • Plan for USCIS Admin work including liaising with USCIS on the number and needs of officers for hold lifting and case reviews by USCIS officers 
  • Oversee USCIS Admin days, including tracking of work pending, preparation of statistics on types of admin review needed, coordination with officer at RSC Africa to ensure work is completed and questions answered, allocation of staff to complete necessary updates 
  • Together with Adjudications Manager, follow-up on pending concurrences for solo CIS rides
  • Develop, update and implement comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Adjudications staff and work with other Field Team supervisors to ensure that the Field Team SOPs are coherent and comprehensive 
  • Provide leadership guidance for Adjudications staff and assist in the development of FTLs’ management skills 
  • Guide and support Adjudications staff regarding how to effectively work with implementing partners in the field, as well as fully prepare for each circuit ride 
  • Liaise closely with other departments at the RSC, including Pre-Screening, In and Out Processing, Correspondence, Data Integrity, Security and Human Resources, to ensure consistency in processing and staffing 
  • Monitor staff time and attendance and performance 
  • Other duties as assigned by RSC Management
Position Requirements:  
  • US Citizenship 
  • Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in a related field
  • Thorough knowledge of the US Refugee Admissions Program and WRAPS database 
  • Preference given to applicants with overseas processing or US refugee resettlement experience 
  • Previous supervisory experience preferred
  • Strong computer skills, in particular Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Access 
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills 
  • Ability to work as part of team in a multi-cultural environment 
  • Ability to supervise field staff to ensure policies and procedures are implemented and executed in accordance with guidelines and standard operating procedures 
  • Ability to exercise good judgement and seek guidance as appropriate when confronted with unanticipated problems in the field 
  • Ability to travel in sub-Saharan Africa on short notice and often under sometimes difficult conditions to meet demands of a dynamic operational program 
  • Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner at all times to represent the professional and institutional interests of Church World Service/Resettlement Support Center Africa 
  • Ability to contribute to a team effort to implement the US Refugee Admissions Program in Sub-Saharan Africa
How to apply:

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Please send your resume to: 
The Human Resources Manager RSC Africa 
P. O. Box 14176 00800 
Westlands Nairobi, Kenya 
Email: hr@cws-rscnairobi.org

On the subject line, please indicate the reference code of the position, followed by your surname. 
This position will remain open until filled.

 Closing date: 03 Sep 2012

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