Irrigation Supervisor and Land Preparation Supervisor

Del Monte Kenya
 

The Company: Del Monte Kenya Limited located in Thika - Kenya is a leading producer, marketer and distributor of premium quality foods, fresh and processed pineapple fruit and fruit juice beverages. 

As part of our commitment to meeting our performance objectives, we are looking for top-class individuals to fill vacant positions in our Agriculture Department.
 

Position 1: Irrigation Supervisor
 

The Job: Reports to the Agriculture Senior Department Head.
 

Key Functions:

• Planning, designing, installation, maintenance and operation of open field irrigation systems;
• Planning,organizing and coordinating irrigation labor, equipment and materials;
• Monitoring performance of irrigation activities and directing necessary corrections;
• Providing timely and accurate reports on work performance;
• Performing administrative duties, training and motivating sub-ordinates.

The Person:
 

The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:-

• Aged between 25 and 35 years.
• BSc. Degree in Agricultural/Biosystems Engineering from a recognized University.
• Good knowledge of Autocard.
• Minimum 3 years experience in design and installation of large drip irrigation systems.
• Computer literate.
• Holders of a driving licence will have an added advantage.
• Must be capable of working independently, without close supervision and meet strict deadlines.
• Ready to work in shifts and long working hours.

Position 2: Land Preparation Supervisor
 

The Job: Reports to the Agriculture Senior Department Head.
 

Key Functions:

• Planning, organizing and co-ordinating labour, equipment and materials in the land preparation section;
• Supervising and monitoring performance of each activity and directing necessary corrections;
• Providing timely and accurate reports on work performance;
• Performing administrative duties, training and motivating subordinates;
• Ensuring safe and healthy working environment.

The Person:
 

The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:-

• Aged between 25 and 35 years.
• Have a minimum of a BSc degree in Agriculture Engineering/Bio systems Engineering.
• At least 3 years field working experience preferably in a large mechanized commercial agricultural set up or in a well established research institution.
• Must be capable of working independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Those with a driving licence and experience in working with heavy agricultural equipment will have an added advantage.
• Must be results oriented and ready to work in shifts and for long hours.
• Must be a team builder.

Applications with detailed CV only, indicating current and expected remunerations should be emailed
to hrkenya@freshdelmonte.com so as to reach us by 19th June, 2015.

Coordinator Capacity Strengthening

Vacancy: Coordinator Capacity Strengthening (East Africa)
 

Background: The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a non-profit public international organization addressing critical issues such as food security, the alleviation of global hunger and poverty, environmental protection and the promotion of economic development and self sufficiency. 

IFDC works collaboratively with various institutions including governments, the public sector, national agricultural research and extension systems, universities, International Research Systems and other stakeholders to implement research and training programs to enhance agricultural performance.

To support its projects IFDC needs to fill the following position of Coordinator Capacity strengthening tenable in Nairobi.

Position Summary: The East Africa Capacity Strengthening Coordinator will lead the Capacity Strengthening activities in the East African target countries of the 2SCALE project.

 

Specific duties
 

Implement the 2SCALE project’s work plan, with regard to ICRA’s responsibilities and duties in East Africa.

• Develop a tailor-made Training-of-Trainers program, design and manage an in-depth capacity strengthening program.
• Establish a community-of-practice for agribusiness trainers, coaches and BSS involved in facilitation of interactive learning and collective action in support of inclusive agribusiness.
• Develop training manuals, modules and other materials, in close collaboration with ICRA staff and counterpart in West Africa.
• Write and submit timely quality progress and other technical progress reports or notes.
• Develop activity budgets whenever needed and in compliance with 2SCALE’s policies, regulations and procedures.
• Monitor expenditures vs. budgets available for activities and operations.

Supervision and performance evaluation
 

The Capacity Strengthening Coordinator will be supervised by and report to the ICRA East Africa project supervisor of ICRA. 

He/She will collaborate closely with the Regional Agribusiness Coordinator (based in Nairobi, Kenya), with the Cluster Advisors (CA) in the target countries, as well as with cross-cutting regional staff.

In consultation with IFDC’s Regional Agribusiness Coordinator, ICRA will evaluate performance of the Capacity Strengthening Coordinator on a yearly basis.

Job Requirements

• Advanced degree in agricultural economics, communications, extension or rural development.
• At least 10 years working experience with agriculture in East Africa. Proven experience in organizing and conducting a variety of training programs – e.g., technical, business, marketing, management, organizational and Knowledge of and experience in training and train the trainer concepts and methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels (private enterprises, farmers’ organizations, supporting public & private institutions) involved in the project and to stimulate a genuinely participatory and inter-active learning process &ability to speak and write effectively in English; some basic knowledge of French will be considered as an asset
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and frequently travel within East Africa.
• Computer literate with knowledge of relevant software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and communication software).

Qualified candidates are advised to visit employment portal on our website (www.ifdc.org) and apply online.

Concern Worldwide Finance Officer

Concern Worldwide is an international non-governmental humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Kenyan nationals for the following position:
 

Job Title: Finance Officer – Somalia Programme
 

Duty Station: Nairobi
 

Contract: Open Ended Contract
 

Job Summary: The incumbent will be responsible for general ledger maintenance, management accounting and budget and donor reporting.

S/he will also support Concern’s fundamental accounting functions including partner financial management, payroll processing, preparation of journals and balance sheet reconciliations.

 

Job Specification:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA (K) or ACCA professional certification
• At least three (3) years’ experience. Experience working in an international NGO is preferred.
• Proficient in the use of computer accounting/financial software and applications preferably Microsoft Great Plains (MGP) and Word and Excel applications

A detailed job description can be obtained by sending an email to concern.kenyavacancies@concern.net

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send their CV and cover letter to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as ‘Finance Officer-Somalia’.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 21st June 2014.

Each application should include at least three referees who can validate technical expertise. 

Telephone contacts must be submitted with the application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Concern has a Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from abuse and exploitation.

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer

KETRACO Jobs

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Co. Ltd. (KETRACO) wishes to recruit qualified and experienced personnel with excellent credentials to fill the following vacant positions.
 

Job Title: Chief Manager, Corporate Services 

(1 Post)
 

Division: Corporate Services
 

Job Reference: KETRACO/5/1C/40/72-B
 

Job Grade: MG 3
 

Position Responsible To: Managing Director
 

Overall Responsibilities:
 

To lead the following functions:-

• Local and International Commercial Activities;
• Corporate/Sectorial/Regional Planning;
• Corporate Performance Management;
• Development and Review of the Wheeling Tariff Framework; and
• Research and Development.

Minimum Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:- Economics, Strategic Planning/Management, Engineering or Commerce (Marketing, Accounts or Finance option) from a recognized institution;
• 12 years relevant experience, 5 of which must have been in Senior Managerial position in Corporate Planning, Business Development or Commercial Services;
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines:- MBA in Strategic Management, Planning, or Finance, MA in Economics or Economics Policy Management;
• Membership to a recognized professional body;
• Strong communication and negotiation skills;
• Knowledge in Development of policies and proposals;
• Ability to lead teams in an environment conducive to continuous learning, creativity and innovation.

Job Title: Senior Insurance Officer 

(1 Post)
 

Division: Legal Services
 

Job Reference: KETRACO/5/1C/40/23/VOL II -B
 

Job Grade: MG 7
 

Position Responsible To: Company Secretary/ Chief Manager Legal Services
 

Overall Responsibility: To ensure optimum and cost-effective risk and insurance coverage for company assets and legal liabilities arising out of the company’s operations.

Minimum Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or in any Social Science with a bias in Insurance;
• Registered Member, Chartered Insurance Institute or Registered Member, Insurance Institute of Kenya;
• At least 7 years relevant experience;
• Good leadership, Communication, problem solving & negotiation skills.

Job Title: Land Economist 

(2 Posts)
 

Job Reference: KETRACO/5/1C/40/14-B/Vol II
 

Division: Power System Planning and Development
 

Job Grade: MG 7
 

Position Responsible To: Senior Land Economist
 

Overall responsibility: To determine property values and participate in mediation of valuation matters.
 

Minimum Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Economics;
• Registered Valuer with the Institute of Surveyors of Kenya;
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in property valuation;
• Good Communications, problem solving & negotiation skills;
• Ability to work without supervision;
• Thorough research, judgement and analytical skills.

Interested candidates who fully meet the above criteria and are self-motivated, results oriented, team players, of high level of integrity and with good computer operation skills should send their applications stating current and expected salaries, daytime contact together with detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of certificates addressed to the undersigned to be received by 5.00 p.m, 26th June, 2015. 

Candidates must be in good standing in the respective professional membership. Compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya is mandatory.

KETRACO is an equal opportunity employer. 

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

The Job Reference should be marked clearly on the cover of the envelope.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Address your applications to:

The Managing Director,
Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited,
2nd Floor, Capitol Hill Square,
Chyulu Road, Upperhill
P.O. Box 34942 -00100,
Nairobi.