Beach Hotel Manager Job Vacancy at the Kenyan Coast

A leading beach hotel along the Kenyan coast is looking for a Hotel Manager who should possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Hospitality / Tourism Management from a recognized institution. 
• Additional qualifications in Strategic Management an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years experience in hotel operations in a similar position.
• Strong marketing and good customer service skills
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to offer creative and practical solutions to difficult problems.
• Sound financial management skills suitable to derive sound financial decisions with the organization.
• Exposure in star rated operations
• Experience in new set ups with bias towards holiday homes concept
• Age limit : 35 – 40 years

Applications are invited from candidates who meet the above stated requirements which should be forwarded to careers@milelehotels.com by June 21, 2013 quoting current and expected salaries. 

More details can be found on www.milelehotels.com
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Transition Authority HR & Admin and Finance Manager Jobs in Kenya

The Transition Authority (TA) is a statutory body with a constitutional mandate of facilitating and coordinating the transition to the devolved system of government in Kenya pursuant to the provisions of the Transition to Devolved Government Act 201 2 and section 15(2) (d) of the sixth Schedule to the Constitution of Kenya 2010. 

In order to effectively deliver on its mandate, the Transition Authority seeks to recruit a high caliber, visionary and results- oriented professional from qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following key positions at its head office in Nairobi:

Human Resource and Administration Manager

Terms of service: 2 year contract subject to continuous satisfactory performance

Salary: Attractive and competitive packages

Job Description

The Human Resource and Administration Manager will be responsible for coordination of all human resource and administrative services at the Authority. 

Specifically the will be responsible for:

• Facilitating formulation, implementation and monitoring of human resource management and administration policies, strategies and procedures;
• Managing staff development and performance management;
• Strategic human Resources and Administration planning and development
• Providing administrative guidelines on labor laws, constitutional requirements and any other statutes issued by government from time to time;
• Managing staff welfare matters;
• Ensuring prudent utilization of human and physical resources including their security;
• Managing the Human Resource Management information Systems (HRMIS)
• Aligning human resource and administration strategy to the overall Transition authority mandate

Requirements for Appointment

The candidate must have:

• Served in at a senior position in the relevant field in the public or private sector for a minimum period of eight (8) years;
• A Bachelor’s degree ¡n any Social Science from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree ¡n any of the following fields: Human Resource Management/Development, Business Administration, Public Administration or any other HR related field from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer applications;
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence Demonstrate a thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives and ability to align them to Authority’s mandate.

A higher diploma in human resource management and a CPS or its equivalent will be an advantage

Finance Manager

Terms of service: 2 year contract subject to continuous satisfactory performance

Salary: Attractive and competitive packages

Job Description

The Finance manager will be responsible for coordination of all Finance and accounting activities at the Authority.

Specific duties and responsibilities will include:

• Gathering and analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports;
• Monitoring financial performance of the Authority and making appropriate recommendations;
• Preparing and analyzing financial plans, forecasts, and reports;
• Overseeing preparation of Annual work plans
• Overseeing the preparation of annual recurrent and development budgets and estimates
• Overseeing the preparation of management accounts, Statutory reports and financial statements

Requirements for Appointment

The candidate must have:

• Served ¡n a senior management position in the relevant field in the public or private sector for a minimum period of eight (8) years;
• A Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (CPAK) or its approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Business Administration (Accounting or Finance), Business Management (Accounting or Finance) or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree ¡n any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Registration of Accountants Board (RAB).
• Certificate in computer application; and
• Demonstrated professional competence and administrative capabilities

Interested Candidates should enclose up to- date CVs giving, details of day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials along with a copy of your national identity card addressed to the 

Chief Executive officer

 P.O. Box 10736 00100, Nairobi 

so as to reach the Transition authority not later than 10th May 2013.

The top corner of the Envelope should be clearly marked- “fransition Authority, Vacancies applied “or through e-mailed to vacancy@transauthority.go.ke or infotransauthority@gmail.com and clearly stating “the position applied for and your name” as a subject.

The Authority is an equal opportunity employer. Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will be vetted as per Chapter Six of the Constitution.

The Chief Executive Officer
Transition Authority

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Kenya Red Cross Society Regional Program Coordinator Job in Upper Eastern & Central Kenya

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. 

Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.
 

The Society is looking for a qualified person to fill the following position:
 

Position Title: Regional Program Coordinator 

(1 Position)
 

Reporting to: Assistant Secretary General
 

Job Location: Upper Eastern & Central
 

Overall Purpose
 

Reporting to the Head of Programmes, the Regional Programme Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and providing strategic and visionary leadership with full operational responsibility in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies to effectively address emerging issues, risks and opportunities related to the Global Fund programme in their respective Regions. 

S/He will spearheading the implementation of strategic capacity enhancement processes as well as reviewing the PR and the Sub recipients’ performance to ensure effective utilisation of physical, financial and human resources allocated for the Non State Actors.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to staff in the Region to design, implement and evaluate strategic action plans and budgets in line with approved Global Fund (GF) policies and international best practices aimed at ensuring effective and efficient use of resources.
• Direct and exercise overall control of the GF’s operations in the Region to ensure that its activities are managed in a professional and efficient manner in order to meet its strategic objectives
• Implement effective Grants management policies and systems for monitoring and reporting financial performance of Non State Actors to ensure proper management and accountability of funds in line with financial and budgetary policies and procedures of GF in the Region.
• Oversee the implementation of resource allocation, efficient program implementation, and competent program monitoring and reporting in the Region.

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant post-graduate qualification in Business Management (MBA) or MSc in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent qualifications with certificate in project management
• Over five (5) years experience in Grants and Programme Management.
• Previous work in HIV and or Health grant programs will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Broad knowledge of HIV management, trends and goals at national, regional and international levels aimed at preventing and alleviating HIV related human suffering
• Ability to initiate and manage change and to recognise and adjust to rapidly changing conditions in order to align programmes to the GF strategic plan.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in strategic management, project planning and budgeting, resource management, implementation ability as well as programme monitoring and evaluation
• Ability to develop and implement accountability and performance management systems as well as linking the pay system to performance and results
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as Accounting Software, word processing, spread sheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

Applications must contain: Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.
 

All applications should be sent to:
 

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi
 

So as to reach him not later than Wednesday, 10th May 2012.

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Peace Initiative Kenya Program Assistant (Grants) Job Vacancy

Peace Initiative Kenya (PIK) is a USAID funded project aimed at rapidly creating a more protective and peaceful environment. 

The project is being implemented by The International Rescue Committee (IRC), together with local partners; Coalition on Violence against Women (COVAW), the Federation of Women Lawyers – Kenya (FIDA), PeaceNet, and the Rural Women’s Peace Link (RWPL), Sauti Ya Wanawake, Pwani, African Woman and Child and Well Told Story. 

The project is aimed at engaging communities’ in peace messaging and ending gender-based violence (GBV). 

Part of IRC’s mandate is to manage small grants to local women organizations and rapid response grants for emergency preparedness.
 

Job Purpose / Objective
 

Reporting to the Procurement/Grants Specialist, the Program Assistant-Grants will support the PIK Project to ensure implementation of grants is in line with the USAID regulations, objectives set are met, accurate and comprehensive reports are submitted on time. 

The program assistant-grants will be involved in the budget and proposal development and necessary monitoring of compliance with donor regulations for the small grants and rapid response activities. 

This position will be based in Nairobi and will end on the 30 of September 2013.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or other relevant field;
• Four - Five years of INGO field experience in a similar position: small grants management, proposal development (program narratives and budgets) and donor reporting.
• Knowledge of US (USAID/OFDA) donor regulations, procedures and requirements preferred
• Excellent written and spoken English essential
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to determine priorities and attention to detail a must
• Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player
• Willingness to travel to the field as and when needed
• High-level of knowledge and practice with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. required
• Work in a multi-sectoral/multicultural team- patience, cultural sensitivity and application of contextual understanding in day to day work
• Ability to work with tight deadlines for proposal development/ information needs

Full Job description can be viewed here
 

Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. 

Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.

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Nairobi Women’s Hospital Executive Director Job in Kenya

A Leadership Appointment
 

Nairobi Women’s Hospital is fast expanding and is looking for top talent to join its formidable Leadership team to drive its Vision - “We are trusted with the healthcare of women in Africa”
 

Position:- Hospital Executive Director
 

Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer, the job holder will provide vision, planning and operational leadership in the development and growth of NWH hospital business in order to meet the Business Strategy for growth and profitability while ensuring Service Quality and Corporate brand . 

The position will immediately be responsible for 4 fully fledged hospitals, 2 medical centers and 1 extended pharmacy. 

The incumbent will also take charge of new operations in multiple locations in line with Business Strategy.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and accomplishment of short and long-term hospital strategy which meets shareholder requirements for growth and profitability.
• Ensure effective communication of the hospital strategies, objectives and performances to rally staff and create a positive company profile.
• Drive the development and achievement of an operating plan and budget which meets growth and profit needs.
• Establish and maintain positive and productive networks and relationships with media, industry players, regulatory bodies, government and communities with the purpose of building the hospital public image and reputation.
• Develops and maintains efficient, effective and innovative hospital structure and processes that deliver the brand promise.
• Keep abreast with the business, political and economic climate in which the hospital and its stakeholders operate to ensure that the hospital interests are protected.
• Ensure the quality, performance and motivation of people employed in the hospital, particularly senior management, meets short and longer-term business needs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, ethical and corporate compliance requirements to protect the hospital against reputational and legal risks.

The Person Profile
 

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• A Bachelors’ Degree from a recognised University
• Masters in Business Administration / Masters in Healthcare Management or equivalent
• Active knowledge and experience in Business, Financial, People and Stakeholder management
• Active application of Information System and Health Care Management
• At least 5 years working experience in a relevant and related concern with proven record of SUCCESS !.

Key Competencies

• Managing Vision & Purpose
• Business Acumen
• Drive for Results
• Customer Focus
• A detailed-conscious individual with strong Analytical skills

Applicants to please send the application and CVs
 

On or before Friday 26th April, 2013 to:-
 

Email address: administrator@bpc.co.ke
 

or to

P.O. Box 17352 00100,
Nairobi.

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Safaricom Limited Departmental Administrator Job in Kenya

Safaricom Limited is the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya. 

We are at the forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community. 

At Safaricom, we take pride in our talent and develop them to realize their maximum potential!
 

Departmental Administrator
Ref: TECHOLOGY-NE-DA-APR-2013
 

Reporting to the HOD Network Engineering, the position holder will provide departmental support to the Head of Department, Network Engineering and the general Administration support to the department.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

• Responding to enquiries, correspondence both telephone and written directed to the HOD office;
• Book/schedule all meetings for the HOD in liaison with concerned parties. Follow up on all meetings the HOD is scheduled to attend to confirm time & logistics ;
• Organizing & coordinating all logistics for the HOD meetings (Both internal & external);
• Prepare and consolidate the departmental reports and presentations e.g. Annual reports, weekly Management reports;
• Prepare presentations on behalf of the HOD and Organize and schedule Departmental meetings;
• Coordinate the Department’s transport & travel I.e. issue taxi vouchers, hotel accommodation and manage departmental fleet;
• Managing departmental pool cars ensuring availability and proper usage;
• Manage servicing of vehicles and repairs, and coordinate with Finance on fuel usage, licences, insurance, TLC and inspection;
• Coordinate events/projects e.g. Teambuilding, etc by providing administrative support;
• People management –manage all staff assigned (selection/growth, performance management/development);
• Coordinate and monitor new staff induction program in liaison with HR ;
• Raise Purchase Requisitions (Opex and Capex) as requested and ensure they’re posted in correct accounts;
• Follow-up with Finance and ensure the corresponding PO is received and delivered to the supplier;
• Ensure accurate and updated leave records for the department;
• Manage the contractor timesheet records;
• Review monthly cost centre reports and analyze variance between budgets and actuals and making recommendations to the management on resolving the variance;
• Making stationary request and ensuring that the Office has sufficient stationary stock levels at all times;
• Accurately monitor Office stationary expenditure against budget and red flag over expenditure to the HOD.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

• Degree in secretarial or a Diploma in Secretarial/Office Administration;
• C.P.A qualification is desirable;
• At least 2-3 yrs experience as a Personal Assistant to a Head of Department in a blue chip company preferably in an Engineering/Construction environment;
• Excellent knowledge and hands on working experience in operating Microsoft Office suite- Ms Word, Ms Excel & Ms Outlook is a must. Knowledge of Oracle financial is essential;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Numerical and analytical skills;
• Project management experience will be an added advantage;
• Patient and a positive attitude towards customers ( Internal and external);
• Personable and presentable with impeccable grooming & etiquette;
• Must be proactive with ability to take pre-emptive measures to contain a situation;
• Good telephone handling skills;
• Team player;
• Fluency in both oral and written English and Kiswahili.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. 

The deadline for application is Thursday 25th April, 2013.

The HOD – Talent and Resourcing
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
 

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke

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Hospital Operations Manager Job in Kenya

Our client is in need of a Hospital Operations Manager and are looking for a seasoned individual who would like to join a very progressive and forward thinking organisation

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant business or healthcare degree is essential
• Post graduate qualification will be an advantage
• Proven leadership and general business management experience
• Knowledge of the private healthcare environment or services industry
• Effective implementation of marketing strategy (including growth)
• Develop a marketing strategy for the hospital aligned to the business plan and marketing strategy and drive the marketing of the hospital by understanding, identifying and addressing the needs of the target market and local community including understanding competitor strategies.
• Maintain quality patient care standards.
• Achievement of hospital financial targets
• Areas of focus include Budget, special projects, activity, revenue, cost of sales, overheads and working capital.
• In all of the above identify trends, using root cause analysis, and implement remedial action where necessary through effective use of heads of department and enabling functions as required.
• Effective hospital operations management
• Drive the optimal functioning of hospital operations, identify and monitor gaps and risks and implement corrective action accordingly.
• Effective relationship management with doctors
• Establish effective relationships and have experience drawing up proposals for donor funding
• Drive doctor attraction and retention and co-ordinate and participate, where applicable, in the optimal functioning of the Medical Advisory Committee.
• Effective quality systems management
• Drive improvement of quality metrics and implementation of standardized complaints management system.
• Drive retention of ISO certification and ensure compliance to clinical benchmarking.
• Actively lead and market quality as it relates to staff, doctors and other stakeholders.
• Effective people management
• Demonstrate visible leadership in respect of values, operating model and strategy.
• Actively sponsor initiatives and projects as it relates to hospital.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in hospital.
• Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff
• Governance and risk management
• Ensure and drive optimal management of business governance to achieve sound business ethics, risk management and control with appropriate transparency and controls.

The individual must be open to travelling to Mombasa occasionally

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to resume@interviewupconsulting.com
 

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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Government Job: Member of the Trans-Nzoia County Assembly Service Board

Member of the County Assembly Service Board

To enable effective execution of the functions of a County Assembly, the County Government Act No. 17 of 2012 has established the County Assembly Service Board. 

Pursuant to this statutory requirement, the County Assembly of Trans-Nzoia wishes to invite applications from suitable and qualified persons to be considered for the position of a Member of Trans-Nzoia County Assembly Service Board.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Board

1. Providing service and facilities to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the County Assembly;
2. Constituting offices in the County Assembly Service and appointing and supervising office holders;
3. 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;
4. Undertaking, singly or jointly with other relevant organizations, programmes to promote the ideals of parliamentary democracy; and
5. Performing other functions necessary for the well-being of the members 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 Minority Party, the Leader of the Majority 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.

How to Apply:

1. Each application should be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport and testimonials.
2. All applications should be clearly marked “Application for the position of a Member of the County
   Assembly Service Board” on the envelope and hand delivered to:

The Interim Clerk
County Assembly of Trans-Nzoia
County Assembly Service Board
P.O Box 4221 - 30200
Kitale.

So as to reach him not later than 23rd April, 2013 before 1700 Hours.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. 

Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Government Job: Member of the Nakuru County Assembly Service Board

Member of the County Assembly Service Board

Article 176(1) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 establishes a County Assembly for each County Government. 

Pursuant to Section 12 of the County Government Act 2012, the County Assembly of Nakuru is seeking to appoint one member of the Public to join the County Assembly of Nakuru Service Board. The Board is responsible for:-

1. Providing Services and Facilities to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the County Assembly;
2. Constituting offices in the County Assembly Service and Appointing and Supervising office holders;
3. 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;
4. Undertaking, singly or jointly with other relevant organizations, programmes to promote the ideals of parliamentary democracy; and
5. Performing other functions necessary for the well being of the members and staff of the County Assembly or prescribed by National Legislations.

Requirements

• Must be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Must be a resident of Nakuru County.
• Have knowledge and experience in public affairs (work experience of not less five (5) years)
• Must have a post secondary education certificate.
• Women are especially encouraged to apply.
• Must not be a member of the County Assembly.
• Meets the requirement of leadership and integrity as set out by Chapter 6 of the Constitution which include clearance from:

• Criminal Investigation Department
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Kenya Revenue Authority

Applications accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of certificates and testimonials, National Identity Card and other relevant supporting documents should be sent to:

The Interim Clerk/Secretary
County Assembly Service Board
County Assembly of Nakuru
P O Box 138
Nakuru

Online applications should be emailed to: 

clerkassembly@nakurucounty.or.ke / info@nakurucounty.or.ke
So as to reach him/her not later than Wednesday 24th April, 2013 before 1700Hours

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

Interim Clerk
County Assembly of Nakuru

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Migori County Assembly Service Board Member Job in Kenya

County Assembly Service Board Member

Pursuant to Section 12 (3d) of the County Government Act, 2012, the County Assembly of Migori ¡s seeking to appoint one member of the Public to join the Migori County Assembly Service Board. 

The Board is responsible for:

1. Providing Services and Facilities to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the County Assembly;
2. Constituting offices in the County Assembly Service, and appointing and supervising office holders;
3. Preparing annual estimates of expenditure of County Assembly Service, and submitting them to the County Assembly for approval, and exercising Budgetary
4. Control over the Service;
5. Undertaking, singly or jointly with other relevant organizations, programmes to promote the ideals of parliamentary democracy; and
6. Performing other functions:

• Necessary for the well being of the members and staff ofthe County Assembly; or
• Prescribed by National Legislation.

Requirements

• Must be a Kenyan Citizen:
• Must be a member of Migori County.
• Have knowledge and experience in public affairs.
• Must have a degree in Social Sciences from a University recognized ¡n Kenya,
• Women are especially encouraged to apply.
• Must not be a member of the County Assembly.
• Meets the requirement of leadership and integrity as set out in Chapter 6 of the constitution.

Applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and testimonials, ID Cards and other relevant supporting documents should be sent to the:

Interim Clerk of County Assembly
Migori County Assembly
P. 0. Box985, Suna-Migori

Or delivery by hand at the Reception Desk, office of the Interim Clerk, Migori County Assembly. 

Online applications to be emailed to migoricacIerk@gmail.com

Ail applications to reach the Interim Clerk on or before close of business on 19th April, 2013. Only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

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Associate Consultant Job in Kenya

Job Title: Associate Consultant

We are Operations Consultants.

We define/redefine organization’s strategic directions, mapping their operation’s objectives on to their strategic directions.

Our focus is on defining processes to ensure effectiveness as a basis for standardization with best practices.

Currently we are looking for an associate consultant whose key responsibilities will be as follows;

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
Carry out consultancy works;
Assist in designing questionnaires and other survey tools;
Conduct research, data collection, field visits and any other sources of information;
Discuss findings, analyze and evaluation of facts;
Prepare reports;
Carry out trainings and report writing;
Prepare proposals based on the prospective clients’ requirements;
Assist the principal on matters or areas that pertains our areas of consultancy and trainings (strategic Management, Operations Management, Human Resource, Finance and Accounting);
Carry out marketing activities for our services and secure jobs;
Handle all clerical assignments which are essential for completion of any assignment given to you;
Ensure clients are handle with decorum;
If you are confident you can handle these responsibilities in an excellent manner, kindly send your cover letter and CV to info@eoc.co.ke

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Nyeri County Government Jobs: County Executive Committee Members, County Public Service Board Chairperson, Secretary and Members

Nyeri County is situated in the Mount Kenya region whose key attractions include the Aberdare Ranges and Mount Kenya.

Pursuant to County Government Act, No.17 of 2012; Staffing of County Government (Article 235) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; Appointment of County Executive Committee Members (Article 179(2) (b), the Office of the Governor wishes to consider for appointment the following positions from highly qualified, results-oriented and self motivated Kenyan citizens.

A. County Executive Committee Members (10 posts)

The ten posts will be one for each of the following:

1. Finance and Economic Planning
2. Agriculture, Livestock and Cooperative Development
3. Health Services
4. Public administration, Information and Communication
5. Water and Sanitation, Environment and Natural Resources
6. Trade, Investments and Industry
7. Transport, Roads, Rural electrification and Public Works
8. Education and ICT
9. Physical Planning and Housing
10. Tourism, Culture, Gender, Youth and Sports

Applicants should specify the portfolio for which they wish to head.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To supervise the administration and delivery of services in the respective departments of the county government and all decentralized units and agencies in the county.
• Implement county legislation.
• Implement within the county, national legislation to the extent that the legislation so requires.
• Manage and coordinate the functions of the county administration and its department.
• Provide the county assembly with the full and regular reports on matters relating to the county.
• May advice the governor on matters within his/her area of jurisdiction.

Requirements and Competencies

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than five years in the field relevant to the portfolio of the department to which the person is seeking to be considered.
• Understand the diversity, challenges and opportunities within the County.
• Not be a Public or State Officer.
• Be a visionary and strategic thinker.
• Have the ability to work in a multi- ethnic and multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the County Government achieve her vision.

B. County Public Service Board

Chairperson

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish and abolish offices in the county public service.
• Appoint persons to hold or act in the office of County Public Service including in the boards or committees of urban areas within the County and to confirm appointments.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, under this part persons holding or acting in those offices as provided for under this part.
• Prepare regular reports for submission to the County Assembly on the execution of the functions of the board.
• Promote in the County public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Evaluate and report to the County Assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the County Public Service.
• Facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advise the County Government on human resource management and development.
• Advise County Government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Make recommendations to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, on behalf of the County Government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for county public service employees.

Requirements and Competencies:

For appointment to this position, the person should:-

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than ten years in administration and management.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct
• Not be a Public or State Officer.
• Understand the diversity within the County.
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the County Government achieve her vision.

Secretary

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish and abolish offices in the County Public Service.
• Appoint persons to hold or act in office of Public Further, County Offices including in the boards of urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or acting in those offices as provided for under this part.
• Prepare regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the execution of the functions of the board.
• Promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Evaluate and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the county public service.
• Facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advise the county government on human resource management and development.
• Advise county government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Make recommendations to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, on behalf of the county government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for county public service employees.

Requirements and Competencies

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than five years.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Not be a Public or State Officer.
• Understand the diversity within the County.
• Be a Certified Public Secretary of good professional standing.
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Have Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the County Government achieve her vision.

Members of the County Public Service Board (5 Posts)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish and abolish offices in the County Public Service.
• Appoint persons to hold or act in office of Public Further, County Offices including in the boards of urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or acting in those offices as provided for under this part.
• Prepare regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the execution of the functions of the board
• Promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;
• Evaluate and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the county public service;
• Facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advise the county government on human resource management and development;
• Advise county government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Make recommendations to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, on behalf of the county government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for county public service employees.

Requirements and Competencies

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than five years.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Not be a Public or State Officer.
• Understand the diversity within the County.
• Be a visionary and strategic thinker.
• Have Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the County Government achieve her vision.

How to Apply:

Each application should be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport and other relevant supporting documents.

All applications should be clearly market “Application for position of County Executive Committee” or “Application for position of Chairperson County Public Service Board “or ” Application for position of Secretary County Public

Service Board” or Member of County Public Service Board (as the case may be) on the envelope and submitted in any one of the following ways:

1. Posted applications should be addressed to:
The Interim County Secretary,
Nyeri County, P.O. Box 180-10100, NYERI

2. Manual application should be delivered to the reception desk at Second floor, of the Office of the Governor Nyeri County, located in Nyeri Town Hall.

3. On line applications should be emailed to: infonyericounty@gmail.com

The application should reach the Interim County Secretary on or before Monday 22nd April 2013.

NB: Only shortlisted and successful candidates shall be contacted. Interested applicants are expected to get clearance from:-

• Criminal Investigation Department (certificate) of good conduct.
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
• Higher Education Loans Board.
• Kenya Revenue Authority.

Applicants MUST submit copies of these clearance certificates with the application.

Remuneration will be commensurate with those published by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Nyeri County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply

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EPZA Investor Support General Manager Job in Kenya

Export Processing Zones Authority is a State Corporation established through an Act of Parliament Cap 517 of the laws of Kenya to oversee all aspects of development of Export Processing Zones (EPZs) in Kenya. 

The economic objectives of the EPZ program include employment creation, export diversification/expansion, investment attraction, technology transfer and backward linkages between the EPZs and domestic suppliers.

The Authority has the following vacant position:

General Manager - Investor Support

Job Ref: EPZA/HR/GM-IS/09/2012

The incumbent will be a highly motivated professional who shall report to the Chief Executive Officer and shall be responsible for the facilitation of the investors operations including investor care/support.

Key Responsibility Areas

The successful candidate shall be responsible for overseeing provision of investor support services including;

• Formulation and implementation of investor support, legal services, incubator services, monitoring and compliance policies and procedures;
• Development of procedures that ensures seamless investor operations;
• Coordination of investor operations in various regions and zones;
• Overseeing development and operation of incubator projects;
• Provision of investor care/support services;
• Ensuring compliance by investors with set guidelines;
• Liaising with government departments/agencies on issues of investor support;
• Registration and licensing of investors; and
• Any other lawful duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Key Qualifications and Competencies

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EPZA Business Development General Manager Job in Kenya

Export Processing Zones Authority is a State Corporation established through an Act of Parliament Cap 517 of the laws of Kenya to oversee all aspects of development of Export Processing Zones (EPZs) in Kenya. 

The economic objectives of the EPZ program include employment creation, export diversification/expansion, investment attraction, technology transfer and backward linkages between the EPZs and domestic suppliers.

The Authority has the following vacant position:

General Manager - Business Development

Job Ref: EPZA/HR/GM-BD/07/2012

The incumbent will be a highly motivated professional whose major role will be to promote and market the Export Processing Zones/Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Programme, products and services. 

She/he will also be responsible for developing linkages with the relevant institutions both locally and internationally.

Key Responsibility Areas

The successful candidate will carry out business development and research services within the Authority including;

• Translating corporate goals and objectives into investment attraction, linkage and policy advocacy targets, strategies and operational plans in line with Authority’s Strategic Plan;
• Budgeting for and coordinating investment promotion, linkage development, research and policy analysis function for the Authority;
• Initiating revenue generating projects that will ensure financial sustainability of the Authority.
• Formulation and implementation of sales and promotion, project appraisal, research, product and linkages policies and procedures;
• Promotion of the EPZs/SEZs to potential investors;
• Design and execution of marketing and promotion programs;
• Maintenance of business relations with investors, government agencies and other stakeholders;
• Establishment and application of appropriate systems to monitor and respond to investor enquiries;
• Establishment and application of project screening and appraisal systems;
• Establishing support for EPZ/SEZ companies market promotion;
• Coordination of research activities within the Authority;
• Overseeing Policy analysis and advocacy roles for the Authority;
• Coordinating motivation support, training, performance measurement and evaluation of staff in the division;
• Any other lawful duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Key Qualifications and Competencies

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Abt Associates Technical Specialist (Chief of Party) Job in Nairobi Kenya

The Strengthening Health Outcomes through the Private Sector (SHOPS) project is USAID's flagship project in private sector health. 

It works to involve nongovernmental organizations and for-profit entities in addressing the many health needs of people in developing countries.

Abt Associates is seeking to hire a Technical Specialist (Chief of Party) to manage and lead its activities for SHOPS/Kenya.

A Technical Specialist at this level has direct project management responsibility for a project (or one or several component(s) of a large project) that is large, highly complex, highly visible, and well-funded.  

The TS has an expert role and the technical input is crucial to the project. 

This is a supervisory position.

General Job Description:

As a recognized expert in the professional field, performs important and complex analytical, evaluative, and consultative work.

1. Development and implementation of the project/project component’s technical aspects.
2. Management, and ongoing assessment of the project/project component’s technical aspects. Advises changes and improvements to Project Director and takes responsibility for implementation.
3. Can serve as a Technical Advisor to the Project Director and other Technical Specialists to provide research, analysis, and advisory services on project planning, implementation, training, monitoring and/or evaluation.  
4. Supervisory responsibility over a unit consisting of two or more staff members in situations where the role is operational.  But if the main role is an advisory role the supervisory role is not necessary.  
5. If the main role is primarily an advisory role, the incumbent collaborates at the highest levels of the government and serves as principal project advisor in identifying and networking with key stakeholders.  Nationally recognized expert in the field and the use of the expertise is crucial to project success.

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Deacons Kenya Limited Senior Warehouse Supervisor Job Vacancy

Deacons Kenya Limited, the leading fashion retailer ¡n East Africa over the last fifty years, is seeking to recruit a focused, self-driven professional of high integrity in the position specified below.

Deacons operates ten exciting brands namely, Woolworths, Truworths, Identity, Mr. Price Home, Mr. Price Apparel, 4u2, Angelo, Adidas and Lifefitness and Babyshop; through Thirty five retail outlets ¡n Kenya, Kampala, Dar es Salaam and Kigali.

Reporting to the Warehouse & Logistics Manager, the Senior Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for:

• Coordinating and ensuring accurate and timely processing of orders,
• Ensuring receipts are correctly and accurately received.
• Leading and controlling activities of the warehouse personnel.
• Composing, retaining and reviewing warehouse documents and reports.
• Ensuring stock is received in good condition and in stated quantities.
• Facilitating regular stock take as required and advising on occupancy and stock holding summaries.
• Advising merchandisers and stores on realistic completion dates and Liaising with Operations to ensure Service Level Agreements are maintained
• Coordinating stock count and accounting for any variances and justifying the same.
• Ensuring reports are done and given to relevant personnel in a timely manner.

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National Bank of Kenya Managing Director Job Vacancy

Job Ref. NBK/MD 12/001

The Board of National Bank of Kenya Limited wishes to recruit a Managing Director due to the impending retirement of the incumbent Managing Director towards the end of 2012.

The incoming Managing Director should be a high caliber, results oriented and self driven professional who will be expected to spearhead growth and diversification strategies to accelerate profits, dividends and shareholder value.

Job Profile

• Implementing the Board’s policy decisions in a result oriented and timely manner to achieve the Bank’s vision, mission, goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
• Implement the Bank’s strategic plan with reviews to realign the plan to contemporary changing situations.
• Ensure first class customer service driven through people, ICT and continuous service research and innovation.
• Ensure continuous product innovation and diversification covering a diverse customer range including individuals, SME, retail and corporate clients.
• Continuously monitoring economic, business regulatory and other related trends to determine their potential impact on plans and operations of the Bank and initiating the necessary logistical steps.
• Forge strategic alliances with key stakeholders designed to market mutually beneficial and profitable products and services.
• Judicious cost management and cost containment without hampering growth.
• Prudent investment and risk mitigation strategies.
• Staff motivation and development to ensure retention of highly motivated and committed human capital.
• To carry out all other duties delegated by the Board of Directors from time to time.

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Monitoring & Evaluation Officer and Leaders Program Coordinator Career Opportunities at the Equity Group Foundation

The Equity Group Foundation was established in 2006 in recognition of the need to scale up the existing corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives of the Equity Bank Group.

The Foundation acts as the institutional home for the Group’s social initiatives and interventions.

The Foundation’s aim is to catalyze the socio-economic prosperity of the people of Africa by giving opportunity to the millions at the bottom of the pyramid to be incorporated into the modern economy.

Having demonstrated scal.ability, impact and high return on investment, the Foundation has started attracting organizations and development partners who wish to do good to society without duplicating and/or investing in infrastructure. This is by leveraging on the Equity Bank Group’s infrastructure.

The Foundation recognizes the diverse nature of the socio-economic needs of the people of Africa and has identified six program areas on which it lays its emphasis.

These are: Education and leadership development, agriculture, entrepreneurship, health, innovation and environmental sustainability.

These program areas support the Foundation in realizing its vision and mission.

Vision: To champion the social and economic transformation of the people of Africa.

Mission: We champion the transformation of lives and livelihoods through development and implementation of innovative programs that leverage existing infrastructure and link partners to the bottom of the pyramid.

1. Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

The Position

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Glaxosmithkline Compliance Officer East Africa Pharmaceuticals Job in Kenya

Compliance Officer East Africa Pharmaceuticals

GSK is one of the world’s leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies.

An exciting career opportunity has risen for a highly motivated and enterprising individual to join the organization as a Compliance Officer East Africa Pharmaceuticals in the pharmaceutical Department reporting to the General Manager.

The successful candidates’ principal purpose is to promote a value-based compliance culture within the business, support the development of an effective and pragmatic compliance culture in East Africa and ensures a sound system of internal controls and legal compliance is in place within the East Africa operating units in line with Corporate and Emerging Market Pharmaceutical requirements

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Managing early and proactive identification of risks affecting the Kenya and East Africa business units’ strategies and activities and regular reviews and update of the East Africa operating units Risk Register
• Ensure proper internal controls are in place and that appropriate standards are in place governing high risk business activities.
• Chairs the East Africa countries Risk Management and Compliance Board.
• Implement training and education programmes which encompass all staff from when they join the company through the normal development and career progression cycle.
• Initiates a communications programme that ensures clear understanding of compliance standards required in conducting high risk activities in the business.
• Supports and advises the operating units on preparations required for internal audits, reviews audit findings with line management and support implementation of recommendations / remedial actions and provide reports on implementation to the General Manager.
• Ensures that confidential internal reporting processes are effective and that reported concerns are correctly and promptly investigated with suitable corrective action.
• Responsible for Back End Monitoring and for ensuring that issues of improvement identified are escalated to the General Manager, departmental heads and the Area Risk and Compliance Head.
• Responsible for the Preparation of timely quarterly Risk Management and Compliance Board reports for Kenya and the Developing Countries Markets and any other risk reporting as may be requested from time to time.
• A member of the Medical Governance committee

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General Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya - Insurance Industry Company

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