Murang’a County Assembly Service Board Member Job in Kenya

County Assembly of Murang’a
 

Office of the Speaker

Republic of Kenya
 

Member of the County Assembly Service Board
 

Article 176 (1) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 establishes a County Assembly for each County Government. To enable effective carrying out of functions of a County Assembly, the County Government Act No. 17 of 2012 has established the County Assembly Service Board, which shall be responsible for the following functions:
 

a) Providing services and facilities to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the County Assembly;
 

b) Constituting offices in the County Assembly Service and appointing and supervising office holders;
 

c) Preparing annual estimates of expenditure of the County Assembly Service and submitting them to the
County Assembly for approval and exercising budgetary control over the service;
 

d) Undertaking, singly or jointly with other relevant organizations, programmes to promote the ideals of
parliamentary democracy; and,
 

e) Performing other functions necessary for the well-being of the member and staff of the County Assembly or prescribed by National Legislation.
 

Section 12 of the Act further states that the County Assembly Service Board shall comprise the Speaker of the County Assembly as the chairperson, the Leader of the Majority Party, the Leader of the Minority Party and one person resident in the County, appointed by the County Assembly from among persons who have
knowledge and experience in public affairs, but who is not a member of the County Assembly.

Pursuant to this statutory requirement, the County Assembly of Murang’a wish to invite applications from suitably qualified person resident in Murang’a County in which you will be applying, who has knowledge and experience in public affairs, but who is not a member of the County Assembly to be considered for the position of a Member of the County Assembly Service Board.
 

a) Each application should be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card, Passport and testimonials.
 

b) All applications should be clearly marked “Application for the position of a Member of the County Assembly Service Board” and delivered to:-
 

The Interim Clerk/Secretary
County Assembly Service Board
County Assembly of Murang’a
P. O. Box 205-10200
Murang’a
 

So as to reach him not later than 10th May, 2013 before 1700 hours.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. 

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
 

P. N. Mbue
Interim Clerk Murang’a County Assembly

Nation Media Group Freelance Journalists and Photographers Jobs in Kenya

Nation Media Group wishes to recruit freelance journalists and photographers to strengthen its news gathering network. 

We are looking for talented, innovative, independent and self-driven journalists and photographers with proven writing and photography skills.
 

The freelance journalists and photographers will be based in: Narok, Laikipia, Lamu, Tana River, Samburu, Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Isiolo, Nyeri, Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Embu, Kirinyaga, Muranga, Kisumu, Siaya, Nakuru, Migori, Homabay, Nyamira, Bomet, Kericho, Vihiga, West Pokot, Turkana, Kiambu, Kitui, Makueni, Machakos, Uasin Gishu and Kajiado.

The successful candidates will be required to write quality news stories and features for all NMG publications, as well as TV and radio scripts and/or shoot pictures.

Freelance Journalists

Job Ref: HR-FJ-04-2013
 

Knowledge, skills and experience

• University degree and training in journalism;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with minimum supervision.

Photographers

Job Ref: HR-FP-04-2013
 

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Diploma in mass communication and training in photography;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with minimum supervision.

Interested candidates may send their online applications and a detailed CV indicating where they wish to work, to http://careers.nationmedia.com before 12th May, 2013.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

IBTCI MEPS Office Finance & Administrative Manager Job in Kenya

IBTCI – Monitoring and Evaluation Project for Somalia (MEPS)
 

Office Finance & Administrative Manager

The Finance & Administrative Manager will ensure financial integrity in all aspects of the program and manage all financial, accounting, and administrative aspects of the project. 

The Finance & Administrative Manager will support the Chief of Party in budget planning and monitoring, maintaining accurate financial information, and financial reporting to IBTCI home office, and will ensure adherence to USAID rules and regulations and Kenyan laws.
 

Finance: Manage all aspects of the program’s day-to-day operations of finance functions, including compliance, internal controls, payroll, forecasts of cash needs, financial reports, reconciliations, statutory deductions, etc.
 

Administration: Responsible for overall management of administration functions, including logistics, procurement, asset management, security, rent/housing, transport, etc
 

Personnel: Supervise the work of the incoming Finance/Administration Assistant(s) and other support personnel (e.g., driver, cleaner), and support all Human Resources needs for long-term staff and consultants in accordance with and compliance with Kenyan laws and USAID regulations.
 

Qualification/Requirements

• Advance Diploma in Accounting from a recognized college/institutions
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting and administration experience.
• Significant experience in Excel and accounting programs (Deltek, desirable)
• Strong and demonstrated management and accounting skills
• Familiarity & ease working with information databases desirable
• Knowledge of USAID regulations
• Fluent English. Knowledge of Somali desirable.

Send your CV and cover letter to: mepsapplication@gmail.com not later than 8th May 2013.

Chai Sacco Marketing Manager, Marketing Officer, Accountant, Records Officer and HR Officer Jobs in Kenya

Chai Sacco Society Limited is looking for self-driven and result-oriented persons to fill the following positions.

1) Business Development and Marketing Manager 

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position is responsible for developing and implementing marketing and business development strategies.
 

Key Tasks

• Undertake Product research and business development strategies.
• Drive all membership development services to enhance loyalty, retention and growth,
• Develop and implement membership drive strategies according to market trends and member demands;
• Coordination of public relation activities
• Promotion of the Society’s services and image

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce (marketing option)
• Post graduate qualifications added advantage.
• Must have attained a mean grade of C+ in KCSE
• At least 5 years experience in marketing field.
• Must be computer literate
• Must be between age of 30-40 years
• Membership to relevant professional body

2) Branch Operations / Marketing Officer 

1 Position
 

The position is responsible for deputizing the Branch Manager.
 

Key Tasks

• In charge of branch operations and marketing.
• Conducting marketing research and formulating appropriate strategies.
• Conduct customer satisfaction surveys.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce/Business Administration
• Must have attained a mean grade of C+ in KCSE
• At least 3 years experience in a financial institution.
• Must be computer literate
• Must be between age of 28-35 years

3) Accountant

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Manager – Accounts Receivable, the position is responsible for effective debt collection.
 

Key Tasks

• Follow up debts and non-performing loans
• Reconciliation and validation of members remittances
• Advice on our credit and debt collection policy

Job Requirements

• Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business
• CPA(K)or ACCA
• At least 3 years experience in financial institution.
• Must be computer literate
• Age between 30-40 years
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

4) Records Officer III 

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Records Officer I, the position is responsible for efficient management of Society’s records.
 

Key Tasks

• Management of records movement, filing, storage and archiving
• Maintenance and updating of members register

Job Requirements

• Diploma in records and archives management.
• Must have attained a mean grade of C+ in KCSE
• Must be computer literate
• 3 years experience in related field
• Age 25-30 years
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

5) Human Resources & Administration Officer II 

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this position is responsible for providing efficient and effective human resource and administrative support services.
 

Key Tasks

• Coordinating staff recruitment
• Coordinating performance management
• Management of staff discipline matters
• Management of staff records
• Management of staff training & development
• In charge of stores management and controls
• Development of staff welfare policies and procedure

Job Requirements

• A degree in social science.
• Higher diploma in human resource management
• Masters degree in human resource management (added advantage)
• 5 years experience in human resources department
• Age 30-40 years
• Must be computer literate
• Must demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their applications enclosing detailed CV, copies of their certificates and testimonials, names of three referees, current and expected remuneration and daytime telephone contacts so as to reach the undersigned not later than Friday 17th May 2013
 

The position being applied should be clearly indicated on the envelope.

Chief Executive Officer,
Chai Sacco Society Limited
P.O Box 278-00200,
Nairobi
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.