Bible Translation & Literacy Linguistics Assistant (Tugen, Chonyi and Upper Pokomo) and IT Support Assistant Jobs in Kenya

BTL, a faith-based organisation involved in Bible translation, literacy, language and community development is seeking to recruit Four Highly motivated born again Christians with demonstrated spiritual maturity and a calling to serve. 

They must possess excellent inter-personal and communication skill, strong analytical skills, proactive and ability to work with minimum supervision.

Linguistics Assistant
 

3 Vacancies (Tugen, Chonyi and Upper Pokomo)
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Basic linguistic work for the respective language,
• Community mobilization and creating awareness about the work of Bible translation and language development,
• Work closely with a Bible Translation Steering committee, the Local Church, Local Community and other relevant Stakeholders.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in linguistics. A diploma in linguistics, translation, or any other related field with relevant experience may be considered.
• Excellent speaker and knowledge of the language,
• Excellent mobilization skills,
• Excellent report writing and computer skills,
• Good research skills.

NB: Kindly specify the language group for which you are applying for.

IT Support Assistant
 

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent,
• Certification in M.C.S.E or CCNA or equivalent,
• Proven skills in designing, implementing and supporting a LAN and WAN,
• Experience in helpdesk management, troubleshooting and resolving user problems,
• Knowledge in network administration and maintenance,
• Proven skills in hardware maintenance,
• Experience in installing, configuring and maintaining workstations, servers and windows operating systems,
• Skilled in implementation and maintaining backups and security systems,
• Working knowledge and experience in antivirus software installation and monitoring,
• Skilled in management of email system,
• Ability to conduct training assessment needs and training users accordingly.

Applications with a detailed CV, copies of certificates, and three referees (Professional, Social and Church), Office and mobile telephone contacts for both applicant and referees be e-mailed (Preferred) or posted to reach the under mentioned by 8th March 2013
 

Human Resources Manager,
Bible Translation and Literacy,
P.O Box 44456 - 00100
Nairobi
 

Or email: hrm@btlkenya.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

BBC Media Action Project Manager, Resilience Job in Tanzania

BBC Media Action is the BBC’s 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. 

We are now recruiting for the following positions in Tanzania:
 

Project Manager, Resilience
 

The Project Manager, Resilience will be responsible for managing and delivering all aspects of the BBC Media Action project on building resilience to the effects of climate change (Radio for Resilience).

Reporting to the Senior Projects Manager, the post holder will be responsible for the overall delivery of the project; in particular ensuring the project meets its objectives, constantly strives to learn, monitor and improve based on impact data and is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest possible standards.

Person Specification:
 

Fluent in English and Kiswahili, the Project Manager will have at least 3 years’ experience in international development, including project planning and management.
 

They will have experience in managing budgets, drafting project documents and managing project cycles. 

Knowledge of the media sector and its role in development and of resilience and climate change is a distinct advantage.
 

Candidates should send their CV and a covering letter (PDF or Microsoft Word format) which outlines their experience and suitability for the role in English to: tzrecruitment@tz.bbcmediaaction.org, with the name of the position applied for in the subject line by end of Friday, 15th March, 2012. 

Please do not send certificates or other attachments.
 

Applicants with no separate covering letter will not be considered. 

Please only apply if you meet the basic criteria under the person specification. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
 

The full job descriptions for these positions can be downloaded at: 

http://bbc.co.uk/mediaaction/jobs/project_manager_resilience_tanzania.html

PTA Bank Director, Strategic Business Initiatives Job Vacancy

The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank, commonly known as the PTA Bank, is a development financial institution established as part of the COMESA economic arrangements.
 

The Bank aims to attract and retain talented professionals by offering a conducive working environment and attractive salaries and benefits. In line with its growth strategy, the Bank is looking for self-motivated and results oriented professionals to join a team committed to building a world class financial institution.

Interested and qualified candidates from the Bank’s member states are therefore invited to apply for the following position:

Director, Strategic Business Initiatives

Job Summary:
 

Reporting to, and working closely with, the President and CEO, the Director for Strategic Business Initiatives will coordinate cross-cutting strategic business initiatives across the Bank. 

He/she will take accountability for advancing specific strategic projects, in particular special purpose funds and facilities. 

He/she will serve as a senior member of the management team, and serve in various committees with cross-cutting duties across the Bank.
 

The position holder will be expected to establish a team of specialists to advance various strategic business initiatives, with a focus on special purpose funds and facilities; provide direction to ensure implementation of new strategic business initiatives; participate in quarterly reviews to monitor effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement; assist Management in the strategic repositioning of the Bank in line with the new Corporate Plan; review and strengthen business processes and undertake periodic assessment.
 

Job Specifications:

• A Masters degree in banking, finance or investments; specialized training in investments, finance and strategic management/ strategic research is an added advantage;
• A minimum of 15 years of diverse international experience in banking and finance, including development finance and investment funds with a minimum of 5 years cross-cutting management experience in the areas of corporate management and business operations;
• A minimum of 5 years regional and/or international multilateral institution experience, involving the management of complexity across countries, sovereigns, the public-private nexus and the establishment/operationalization of international funds at a strategic and management level;
• In-depth operational experience in eastern and southern Africa, ideally with substantive on the ground experience in multiple countries is an added advantage;
• Strong financial and credit analysis skills in development/ project / corporate finance;
• Strong business acumen with experience in strategy formulation and execution and institution building;
• Demonstrated leadership skills to manage a diverse team of managers and specialists;
• Strong communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills.

Interested applicants are invited to visit our website (www.ptabank.org) for a detailed job profile.
 

Applications should include a resume, passport size photo, contact address and names and addresses of three referees.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. 

Inquiries should be sent to kifle.hamza@ptabank.org
 

Applications can be sent directly to the above e-mail address or to the following physical address, on or before 6th March 2013:
 

The Director, Human Resources and Administration
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development (PTA Bank)
Bishop’s Road, NSSF Complex 22nd Floor
P. O. Box 48596 00-100
Nairobi, Kenya

Home Based Appointment Setters / Outbound Telesales Specialists Jobs

Home Based Appointment Setters / Outbound Telesales Specialist
 

We are looking for an experienced, results oriented telemarketing specialist/appointment setters to call clients in the US. Calling scripts and list will be provided.
 

Requirements and responsibilities:

• Must have at least one year experience in a busy outbound telesales experience, graduate or diploma holders with clear and neutral accents
• Well organized, able to meet and exceed targets.
• Must have home access to high speed internet connectivity, Skype, high quality headphone set and unlimited Skype calls to the United States.(about Kshs 1,300 monthly subscription). Your work environment must be in a very quiet setting, calls will be recorded for quality purposes.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship attributes a must.
• Duties involve calling clients on the list provided (doctors and health providers) and arranging for appointments. Your job simply entails appointment setting.
• Ability to make 7 appointments weekly. The pay is $ 20 per appointment, payment is done weekly.
• You must be able to operate during the US TIME ZONE i.e. between 7.00pm to 1.00 am East African time.
• Able to work independently and produce daily records of work.

If you feel you are upto the challenge, then an exciting career awaits you. 

All processes will be conducted online. 

Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your experience to  Mathews.tago@clematistech.com. 

We are awaiting your responses.