KenGen Fundraising Co-Ordinator, and Programs Officer Jobs in Kenya

Senior Fundraising Co-Ordinator

(3 Yrs Contract)

KenGen Foundation is seeking to recruit a Fundraising Coordinator to head the fundraising function of the newly formed Foundation.

The Jobholder

Reporting to the Managing Trustee, the Fundraising Coordinator is expected to work with the rest of the team to evaluate the current CSR activities of KenGen and develop a partnership/donor related strategy that will enable the Foundation raise funds to up-scale the Company’s social investment.

He/She is expected to write proposals, initiate contacts and dialogue with prospective partners and donors to raise funds for the Foundation work. He/she will join the Foundation team in developing KenGen

Foundation Strategy with clear goals and objectives to ensure KenGen’s Corporate Social investment is up-scaled to a new level.

The candidate must be a proficient proposal writer with proven success in institutional funds mobilization and grant making.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• A Bachelors’ degree in social development studies.
• Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field
• A masters’ degree in related field will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in fundraising and project development and management, particularly in community based economic/social enhancement programs.
• Membership of East African Grant Makers Association and other related professional bodies will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience in successful programs from proposal to implementation.
• Excellent communication skills in writing, presentations, proposal writing and interpersonal relationship.
• Proven management and networking skills.
• Proven experience in grant making and donor relations with solid contacts with international trusts and foundations.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to contribute to other Foundation activities towards success of common objective.

Senior Programs Officer

(3 Yrs Contract)

KenGen Foundation is seeking to recruit a programs officer to initiate and run various social investments programs.

The Jobholder

Reporting to the Managing Trustee, the programs Officer will offer a challenging opportunity in proposing, initiating and executing various programs aimed at enhancing the economic and social welfare of the communities around KenGen’s installations.

He/she will also be in charge of planning and execution of the social and fundraising events.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• A bachelors’ degree in social/development studies.
• Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field
• A masters’ degree will be an added advantage.
• Membership of East African Grant Makers Association will also be an added advantage
• At least 5 years experience in a similar career with proof of successful programs undertaken.
• Progressive professional experience in charitable trust/Foundations.
• Experience in proposal and report writing on community based programs and ability to carry out the programs to completion.
• Ability to work and schedule several programs under a work plan and to deliver under pressure or tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage teams. Marketing and PR skills will be an added advantage.

Application by qualified candidates ONLY should be submitted to the Managing Trustee at kf@kengen.co.ke . Candidates should attach their CV, daytime contacts and three referees. 

Applications should reach this address on or before 21st May, 2013 at 5.00 p.m.

The positions offer a competitive remuneration package

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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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WWF Kenya Country Office CBNRM / Social Development Advisor Job Vacancy

CBNRM / Social Development Advisor
 

To be based in Nairobi, Kenya
 

Under the supervision of the Conservation Manager, the Community Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) / Social Development Programme Advisor shall develop and implement the CBNRM/ Social Development Programme at the WWF Kenya Country Office (KCO), and be responsible for mainstreaming of CBNRM / social development principles into the KCO conservation programme, including providing guidance on social development dimensions of the KCO conservation programmes and initiatives.
 

Major duties will include but not limited to: 

• Develop and implement the WWF KCO programme for promoting CBNRM / social development in conservation in Kenya, in close collaboration with KCO conservation staff and management and building upon the existing CBNRM activities; 
• Identify and foster partnerships with other organizations on CBNRM / social development, work with all stakeholders to promote equitable and sustainable natural resource management -specifically CBNRM and social development in conservation;
• Coordinate and promote KCO linkages to other national and to regional CBNRM initiatives and use experiences from other initiatives to inform CBNRM / social development initiatives at KCO;
• Identify existing tools and materials on social development and CBNRM which can be used in the Kenya context, adapt them for local use, and where necessary, develop new tools and materials for WWF use as well as for WWF’s partners; 
• Document and share experiences and lessons learned in KCO CBNRM / social development activities with other national and regional initiatives, to support the development, innovation and evolution of CBNRM and social development in conservation in the region.

The applicant must possess

• at least a Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies and / or Natural Resources Management; 
• At least eight years relevant experience in natural resource management with a focus on social development issues and community based development. 
• Experience working with large-scale programmes and organisations on community based natural resource development initiatives;
• Ability to understand and communicate the linkages (positive and negative) between natural resource management and social development; 
• Excellent public relations, communication and diplomatic skills;
• Strong planning and analytical skills; 
• Strong capacity and ability to work independently; 
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary and multicultural team; 
• Good command of the English language, written and verbal; 
• Ability to work under tight deadlines, and high pressure situations; 
• adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Optimistic, Engaging, Determined and Knowledgeable.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should email a cover letter and CV with the CBNRM/Social Development Advisor Application on the subject line to the Human Resource Manager, WWF-KCO - HResource@wwfesarpo.org not later than 10 May 2013.
 

WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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