Writers

IBTCI seeks consultants who are experienced Writers to produce monthly reports which summarize and analyze raw data from third party monitoring of activities implemented by USAID - funded partners in Somalia. 

The consultant must be either a Kenyan or American citizen, preferably based in Nairobi. Report writers will be expected to produce timely, well-written, logically structured and well-documented reports.
 

Minimum Qualifications

• Impeccable written English language skills with a proven ability to write succinctly, quickly and coherently to achieve high-quality written reports at the level required by USAID.
• Must have at least one year of experience with monitoring and evaluation or report writing for USAID-funded programs, either as a staff or consultant.
• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Medicine, English or relevant field.
• Must be able to work fast and with attention to details.
• Must be able to meet assigned deadlines in a pressured work environment.
• Must be a Kenyan or American citizen.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with proposal writing for USAID preferred.
• Experience with journalism and research writing preferred.
• Able to be flexible and adaptable as a writer, despite the quality of raw data received from Somali field teams.
• Experience with implementation of programs in health, WASH, food security and livelihoods would be very useful for this writing consultancy.
• Able to work independently and also within a team environment.

Application Process:
 

Deadline for applications: 29th January 2016
 

Applicants who meet the qualifications should send CV, cover letter and references to: ibtcirecruitment@gmail.com
 

Cover Letter must specify the details of at least one year of writing experience with a USAID program – in either monitoring and evaluation or report writing.

Please include the names, contact email and phone number of 3 references.

References must be current or previous employers.

ONLY pre-selected applicants will be contacted and invited to take a written test in
the IBTCI office, to assess report writing and analytical skills.

Agronomist Interns

Duma Works is recruiting Agronomist interns for one of our clients

A start up company that is working to increase the income of smallholder farmers by addressing the biggest challenges they face and linking them to profitable urban markets.

The company links smallholder farmers to profitable markets thereby directly impacting their livelihoods positively by providing them a consistent and predictable income stream and also offers mentorship and training to farmers to increase their productivity and efficiency.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and proceed with objectives without close supervision
• Desire to serve farmers and others involved in the agriculture industry
• Desire to remain updated with new agricultural trends and technology Self-motivation, willingness to learn and good work ethic
• Ability to work outside during heat of day & ability to walk several miles per day
• Training and guidance will be provided
• Allowance provided.
• Ability to communicate with the target communities in their local dialect i.e. Kalenjin language, Luhya language, Maasai language.
• Allowance provided.

Educational Requirements: Degree or Diploma in Agriculture with emphasis on agronomy, crop, soil, weed management, agribusiness, or other agri-science course work.

Duration: 6 Months (possibility of turning into a full time position).

Apply:

Applications letters and detailed CV are to be sent by email to apply@dumaworks.com marking the subject as “ 2035”, Your Full name &  Phone number e.g. 2035, Barack Obama, 07xxxxxxxxx. 

If you don’t follow these instructions, your application will not go through

Deadline for receiving applications: 29th Jan 2016

N.B.* When applying to any job through Duma Works, you can expect that after you apply, you will receive a confirmation email, and then an SMS alert asking you to take a basic screening test over SMS. The SMS with the test may not arrive immediately. Please be patient. The SMS test will typically be 5-8 questions to help us understand your background. Regular SMS rates apply to the test, and if you ever have any issues with the process, please reach out to 0702093793.

If you apply and don’t meet these minimum qualifications, we won’t be able to forward your application to the employer. This is to save both you and the employer time and make sure you both find the best match.

Logistics & Procurement Manager

ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Kenya to strengthen HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment services at County and Sub County health facilities.

This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Applications are invited for the following position:
 

Position: Logistics & Procurement Manager
 

Location: Nairobi with travel to ICAP sites in the regions
 

 

Overall Job Function: Reporting to the Director- Finance & Administration, the Logistics & Procurement Manager will ensure the acquisition, supply / delivery, storage and disposal of goods and services, and logistics operations at optimum cost-effective levels in an expeditious and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating sourcing strategies and development of supply base, providing vendor listing for the supply of goods and services
• Constantly survey to broaden and ensure a vendor base that is reliable and competitive
• Manage logistics operations, including, vehicles, material and personnel and ensure efficient and timely delivery of service
• Oversee the renovation and repair works for facilities supported by ICAP to ensure best value for money and delivery of quality
• Ensure compliance of procurement activities with both ICAP and funder Standard Operating Procedures

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a diploma in purchasing and supplies management
• 5 years’ experience in managing logistics and procurement.
• Knowledge of international funding agencies procurement procedures and familiarity with commodity management tracking systems will be an asset
• Good organization, interpersonal, negotiation and high level of computer skills, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems

All applications including a current CV, telephone number and referees (either current or former supervisor) should be sent 

to the Director- Human Resources, ICAP Jobs@icapkenya.org 

on or before 29th January 2016. 

Do not send certificates. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

icap.columbia.edu

UN - Human Resource Associate

UN Women Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office invites applications for the following position:
 

Position information
 

Post Title: Human Resource Associate
 

Contract Type: Service Contract
 

Grade: SB3
 

Duration: One year, renewable subject to funding and performance

Post Title: Program Associate
 

 

Contract Type: Service Contract
 

Grade: SB3
 

Duration: One year, renewable subject to funding and performance

Date of Issue: 22nd January 2016
 

Closing Date: 5th February 2016

Interested and qualified persons should visit the vacancy on the UNDP Job Shop located at http://jobs.undp.org under section “Women’s Empowerment” for detailed vacancy announcement and submission of applications.
 

Notice:

1. Acknowledgements will be sent to shortlisted applicants only.
2. UN Women as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment.
3. Applications received via other means will not be accepted
4. This vacancy is open to Kenyan nationals Only.

“UN Women is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.