Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) - Chief Executive Officer / Board Secretary

 The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is a state corporation whose mandate is to source funds and provide loans, scholarships and bursaries to Kenyans studying in recognized institutions of higher learning in the East African region.
 

The Board has a loan portfolio of more than KSh. 30 billion and this is expected to increase significantly in the next five years in line with the planned expansion of higher education in the country.
 

As part of its growth and transformation strategy, the Board seeks to recruit a visionary and energetic professional for the position of Chief Executive Officer / Board Secretary and is, accordingly, inviting applications from qualified Kenyan citizens for this position.
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Board, the CEO is expected to lead a team of professionals by:-

• Providing an innovative and pragmatic leadership in the financing of a dynamic and fast growing higher education sector;
• Developing strategies and partnerships that will promote and enhance the role of HELB in effective delivery of its statutory mandate;
• Ensuring compliance with the constitutional and public financial management requirements through prudent management of all the resources of the Board;
• Leading and motivating a talented team of a human capital operating under a performance-oriented culture.

Person Profile
 

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:-

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in senior positions with a bias towards financial management; candidates with experience in financing of education have a distinct advantage;
• A solid educational attainment from a recognized university; candidates with a Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business studies or Education have an added advantage;
• A deep understanding of how to mobilize funds and sustain a revolving fund scheme;
• A proven track record in change management and institutional transformation;
• An excellent understanding of the dynamics of the higher education subsector in Kenya and in the region;
• An appropriate appreciation of Kenya’s public sector performance contracting processes;
• Ability to interact effectively with senior government officers, heads of higher education institutions and the financial community.

It is expected that the applicant will have complied with Chapter 6 provisions of the Constitution.
 

The successful applicant will be appointed on a five (5) year contract and will be eligible for renewal once upon satisfactory performance. 

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.
 

Candidates must enclose a current CV giving details of day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials so as to reach the Chairman of the Board at the addresses below not later than 15th September 2012
 

Chairman,
Higher Education Loans Board,
P.O. Box 69489-00400, 

Nairobi.
 

Or e-mail address: ceo@helb.co.ke
 

‘HELB is an equal opportunity employer’

Williamson Tea Kenya - Field Assistant Job

 A Field Assistant vacancy has arisen at one of our Tea Estates in the Rift Valley and we are requesting those who have the relevant qualifications and experience to apply.

The Job
 

Reporting to the Field Manager, the Job holder will be responsible for general supervision and direction of all field operations and any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Field Manager.
 

Key Responsibilities
 

The job holder will carry the following:

• Prepare land and establish tea/fuel/timber plantations following Agency guidelines.
• Ensure efficient tea bush management and harvesting of quality leaf as per Agency set requirements.
• Ensure preservation of the environment by protecting wetlands, indigenous forests and enforce compliance with all certification standard requirements relating to field operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess a BSc in Agriculture, Agriculture Engineering or Food Science and Technology.
• Computer literacy in MS office is essential.
• Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines within a team environment.
• Be a dynamic person who has high integrity, good communication skills who relates well with others and is enthusiastic and willing to learn
• Willingness to work extra hours to meet set targets.

If you meet the above requirements, please submit a letter of application, certificates including a detailed CV with telephone contacts, names and addresses of three referees. 

Your application should reach us not later than 15th September 2012 and be addressed to:
 

The Managing Director
Williamson Tea Kenya Ltd
P.O Box 42281-00100
Nairobi
 

Email: hr@williamson.co.ke
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

BBC Media Action - Finance and Administration Assistant Job in Kenya

Re-Advertisement
 

Finance and Administration Assistant
 

(Full-time, Fixed Term Contract, 12 Months)
 

BBC Media Action (BBCMA) is the BBC’s independently funded international charity. 

We believe in the power of media and communication to help reduce poverty and support people in understanding their rights. 

Our aim is to inform, connect and empower people around the world.
 

Job Purpose:
 

The Finance and Administration Assistant provides financial and administrative support to the East Africa team.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• He/she will be responsible for organising workshops, handling local and international travel arrangements, accommodation bookings, visa applications, couriers etc
• She/he will also provide support to the finance team and will be responsible for verifying invoices, processing payments, ensuring proper supporting documentation is available, managing petty cash, support in preparing monthly financial returns, preparing monthly bank reconciliations, managing staff advances, filing and attending to other duties as delegated by the Finance and Administration Manager, East Africa.

Qualifications:

• At least three years’ experience with an international NGO in a similar role
• Relevant higher education preferably in accounting or business administration
• Excellent MS. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet user skills.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 9th September 2012.
 

The position comes with excellent terms and conditions.

Interested candidates who meet the specifications should send a CV and a covering letter explaining why she/he is best suited to this role to bbcnairobi@gmail.com. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
 

Please note this is a re-advertisement and those who have applied before need not re-apply.

Project Managers, Project Engineers and Project Supervisors Jobs in Kenya

Outstanding opportunities exist for enthusiastic and self motivated individuals who wish to join a professional team in an International Construction Company

Project Managers
 

Qualifications and Experience:

• University Degree in Project Management with a bias in Electical Engineering or equivalent
• At least 5 years experience in a busy construction company
• Computer knowledge with proficiency in AutoCAD and ArchiCAD
• Valid Kenyan driving license

Project Engineers
 

Qualifications and Experience:

• University Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• At least 5 years experience in a busy construction company
• Computer knowledge with proficiency in AutoCAD and ArchiCAD
• Valid Kenyan driving license

Project Supervisors
 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• At least 3 years experience in a busy construction company
• Computer knowledge with proficiency in AutoCAD and ArchiCAD

If you are looking for a challenge and career growth and want to be part of our team, send your CV with a Cover Letter together with your certificates indicating availability and current remuneration not later than 7th September 2012 to: kenyaelec@gmail.com
 

Successful applicants will be notified by email by 14th September 2012.