Adviser to support Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Posts and Tourism (MOC), Burundi Job Vacancy

Trade Mark East Africa

Supporting East African Integration

Request for Expressions of Interest (EOI)

Adviser to support Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Posts and Tourism (MOC), Burundi

TradeMark East Africa (“TMEA”) is supporting the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Posts and Tourism of the Government of Burundi to strengthen international cooperation and regional
integration.

In order to achieve this, TMEA seeks to contract a suitably qualified technical expert in the granting certificates, licenses & permits and to code export/import licenses to different users.

Terms of reference for this post and an application form can be obtained at TMEA’s website http://www.trademarkea.com/

Any queries should be directed to procurement@trademarkea.com only.

The closing date for applications is 2 September 2011.

Completed application form and CV should be emailed to procurement@trademarkea.com

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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KEFRI Finance Deputy Directors, Support Services Deputy Director, Communications Head, Investigations Head and Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament to sustainably manage and conserve all types of forests.

The Service seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented individuals to fill the following positions:

1. Senior Deputy Director - Finance and Administration
1 Post

Grade: KFS 2
Ref: KFS/SDD/FAD/01/11

Reporting to the Director, the incumbent will formulate and coordinate the implementation of sound Financial, Human Resource and Administration policies and strategies for effective management of Financial, HR and Administrative activities.

Overall Responsibility

Develop effective Financial, HR and Administration policies and strategies to meet the objectives of the Service.Initiate and co-ordinate the Organization’s Development interventions aimed at promoting culture change in Finance, Human Resource and Administration policies.Prepare and implement the annual work plan for Finance, HR and Administration activitiesUndertake benchmarking on current developments in HR and Financial Management practices.Ensure compliance with Financial Reporting standards and labour legislation.Preparation of the strategic Financial and HR plans, forecasts and cash flow projections.Coordinate the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goalsRequired Qualifications and Experience
Minimum of an Masters degree specializing in Finance, Human Resource Management or Strategic Management from a recognized UniversityCPA (K) / CPS(K) or Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource ManagementTraining on Results Based ManagementTwelve (12) years experience in a senior management position in a large and reputable organization eight (8) of which should be as a Head of Finance or HR or Administration.Thorough knowledge of Kenya Labour Laws and Financial legislations / regulation.Must be a member of a relevant professional body.Strong computer skills.Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at different levels of managementExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to lead and manage change2. Senior Deputy Director – Support Services
1 Post

Grade: KFS 2
Ref: KFS/SDD/SS/01/11

Reporting to the Director, the incumbent will formulate sound Marketing & Business Development, Planning and Monitoring, Project Development, Research Liaison, International Forestry obligations and economic investment policies in the organization.

Overall Responsibility

Formulate, develop and review corporate services policies and strategies in line with the changing environment.Formulate strategies for Business development and marketingEnsure development and promotion of forestry investment.Ensure internal and external linkages in support services strategiesSupport and promote project development initiatives.Manage and co-ordinate performance contracting process and workplansRequired Qualifications and Experience
Minimum of Masters Degree in Business Administration, strategic management Marketing or social sciences.Ten (10) years experience in a senior management position in a large and reputable organization.Must be a member of a relevant professional body.Strong computer skills.Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at different levels of managementExcellent written and verbal communication skills.3. Deputy Director – Finance and Accounting
1 Post

KFS Grade 3
Ref: KFS/DD/FA/01/11

Reporting to the Senior Deputy Director – Finance and Administration, the incumbent will be the Head of Finance and Accounting Division and will be responsible for the formulation and implementation of sound financial management policies and procedures.

Overall Responsibility

Overseeing strict implementation of financial management and control systems while ensuring compliance with international financial rules and regulations;Establishment of sound financial policies, systems and procedures in compliance with statutory regulationsContinuously monitor and review management system and recommend changes as requiredDesigning and implementing internal control procedures and production of reports on all financial transactionsParticipation in the preparation of the Board’s strategic plans and forecasts, cash flow projections and computation of expense ratios Coordinating the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goalsDeveloping, maintaining and monitoring grants accounting systems and procedures and capturing all pledges , billings and receipts Coordination of annual audits in compliance with International Accounting StandardsManagement of day to day accounting processes, reconciling monthly activity and generating end-year reportsMaintaining liaison with relevant Government departments for necessary consultation on financial matters to ensure the Service complies with statutory requirementsRequired Qualifications and Experience
A Masters of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Finance, or equivalentHolder of CPA (K)/ and member of ICPAKA minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting at an equivalent level, 5 of which should be in a large organization with a national coverPractical knowledge of tax and other compliance requirements of state corporationsProficiency in computer skills and accounting packagesBudget development and oversight experienceKnowledge of Government contract managementExcellent communication and interpersonal relationsA team player and good people management skills, with proven leadership skillsGood analytical and decision making skills4. Head, Corporate Communications
1 Post

KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS/ HCC/01/11

Reporting to the Director, the position holder will be responsible for the formulation and implementation of Organizational publicity and Public Relations initiatives to enhance KFS image.

Overall Responsibilities:

Formulate and implement Public Relations and Communications policies, plans and strategies.Organizing press conference, exhibitions and press tours.Establish networks with all stakeholdersPreparing publicity brochures, handouts, promotional videos and multimedia programs that serve to reach the Organization’s policies to the public.Preparation and production of periodic Corporate publications including in house journals and newslettersCoordinate protocol and reception of distinguished visitors Coordinate all media activitiesOrganize Public Relations activities and events in the OrganizationConducting research and writes press releases for the Service ensuring that they reach the target audienceUndertake public opinion surveys and evaluate attitudes of various publics to the Organization.Drafting speeches of the Organization’s top executives for public meetings.Respond to all enquiries from the general publicRequired Qualifications and Experience:
A Bachelors degree in Communications, Mass media or any other relevant disciplineA Masters degree in the above areas will be an added advantage.A post graduate Diploma in Public Relations or related field.At least eight (8) years relevant experience in a large and reputable public or private OrganizationProficiency in computer applications5. Head of Investigations
1 Post

KFS Grade 5
Ref KFS /ENCOM/HOINV/ 01/11

Reporting to the Commandant - ENCOM, the position holder will carry out or where necessary facilitate investigation services to establish evidence to support alleged abuse of forest resources.

Overall Responsibilities:

Planning, coordinating and implementing the investigation procedures and policyCoordinate arrests, investigations and prosecution of culprits of abuse of Forest Act 2005.Consolidate evidence and investigation reports.Develop and maintain investigation data base.Build the capacity of staff to carry out prosecutions and investigations.Required Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Social Sciences with specific focus on Criminal Law or Criminology with 8 yrs experience in paramilitary service handling prosecution and litigation 3 of which must be at a Senior Inspectorate level or equivalentProven administrative and coordination skills.Proven computer proficiency6. Internal Auditor I
1 Post

KFS Grade 7
Ref KFS/IA/01/11

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, the position holder will ensure that risk management, internal controls and governance processes of the Organization are effective.

Overall Responsibilities:

Implement internal audit strategies and comply with policies and proceduresAct as team leader during audit engagement planning, field work, report compilation and follow up reviews.Carry out audit reviews to assess the effectiveness of risk management and the adequacy of internal controls.Document results of audit field work on audit working papers and ensure proper organization / filing of audit working papers.Review audit working papers of audit assistants and compile draft audit reports.Carry out special audits or investigations as may be required from time to time.Required Qualifications and Experience
A minimum of a Bachelor of Commerce degree specializing in Finance or Accounting from a recognized university.Must have CPA (K) / ACCA or an equivalent qualificationMust have worked for at least three (3) years in the internal audit department of a large and reputable Organization.CIA or CISA certification will be desirable.Must be a member of a relevant professional body.Proven administrative and coordination skills.Proven computer proficiencyEffective communication and report writing skills.Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before April 29th, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Director
Kenya Forest Service
P.O. Box 30513 - 00100 Nairobi.
http://www.kenyaforestservice.org/

Please quote kenyanjobs.blogspot.com as the source of the job advert

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KEFRI Finance Deputy Directors, Support Services Deputy Director, Communications Head, Investigations Head and Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament to sustainably manage and conserve all types of forests.

The Service seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented individuals to fill the following positions:

1. Senior Deputy Director - Finance and Administration
1 Post

Grade: KFS 2
Ref: KFS/SDD/FAD/01/11

Reporting to the Director, the incumbent will formulate and coordinate the implementation of sound Financial, Human Resource and Administration policies and strategies for effective management of Financial, HR and Administrative activities.

Overall Responsibility

Develop effective Financial, HR and Administration policies and strategies to meet the objectives of the Service.Initiate and co-ordinate the Organization’s Development interventions aimed at promoting culture change in Finance, Human Resource and Administration policies.Prepare and implement the annual work plan for Finance, HR and Administration activitiesUndertake benchmarking on current developments in HR and Financial Management practices.Ensure compliance with Financial Reporting standards and labour legislation.Preparation of the strategic Financial and HR plans, forecasts and cash flow projections.Coordinate the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goalsRequired Qualifications and Experience
Minimum of an Masters degree specializing in Finance, Human Resource Management or Strategic Management from a recognized UniversityCPA (K) / CPS(K) or Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource ManagementTraining on Results Based ManagementTwelve (12) years experience in a senior management position in a large and reputable organization eight (8) of which should be as a Head of Finance or HR or Administration.Thorough knowledge of Kenya Labour Laws and Financial legislations / regulation.Must be a member of a relevant professional body.Strong computer skills.Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at different levels of managementExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to lead and manage change2. Senior Deputy Director – Support Services
1 Post

Grade: KFS 2
Ref: KFS/SDD/SS/01/11

Reporting to the Director, the incumbent will formulate sound Marketing & Business Development, Planning and Monitoring, Project Development, Research Liaison, International Forestry obligations and economic investment policies in the organization.

Overall Responsibility

Formulate, develop and review corporate services policies and strategies in line with the changing environment.Formulate strategies for Business development and marketingEnsure development and promotion of forestry investment.Ensure internal and external linkages in support services strategiesSupport and promote project development initiatives.Manage and co-ordinate performance contracting process and workplansRequired Qualifications and Experience
Minimum of Masters Degree in Business Administration, strategic management Marketing or social sciences.Ten (10) years experience in a senior management position in a large and reputable organization.Must be a member of a relevant professional body.Strong computer skills.Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at different levels of managementExcellent written and verbal communication skills.3. Deputy Director – Finance and Accounting
1 Post

KFS Grade 3
Ref: KFS/DD/FA/01/11

Reporting to the Senior Deputy Director – Finance and Administration, the incumbent will be the Head of Finance and Accounting Division and will be responsible for the formulation and implementation of sound financial management policies and procedures.

Overall Responsibility

Overseeing strict implementation of financial management and control systems while ensuring compliance with international financial rules and regulations;Establishment of sound financial policies, systems and procedures in compliance with statutory regulationsContinuously monitor and review management system and recommend changes as requiredDesigning and implementing internal control procedures and production of reports on all financial transactionsParticipation in the preparation of the Board’s strategic plans and forecasts, cash flow projections and computation of expense ratios Coordinating the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goalsDeveloping, maintaining and monitoring grants accounting systems and procedures and capturing all pledges , billings and receipts Coordination of annual audits in compliance with International Accounting StandardsManagement of day to day accounting processes, reconciling monthly activity and generating end-year reportsMaintaining liaison with relevant Government departments for necessary consultation on financial matters to ensure the Service complies with statutory requirementsRequired Qualifications and Experience
A Masters of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Finance, or equivalentHolder of CPA (K)/ and member of ICPAKA minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting at an equivalent level, 5 of which should be in a large organization with a national coverPractical knowledge of tax and other compliance requirements of state corporationsProficiency in computer skills and accounting packagesBudget development and oversight experienceKnowledge of Government contract managementExcellent communication and interpersonal relationsA team player and good people management skills, with proven leadership skillsGood analytical and decision making skills4. Head, Corporate Communications
1 Post

KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS/ HCC/01/11

Reporting to the Director, the position holder will be responsible for the formulation and implementation of Organizational publicity and Public Relations initiatives to enhance KFS image.

Overall Responsibilities:

Formulate and implement Public Relations and Communications policies, plans and strategies.Organizing press conference, exhibitions and press tours.Establish networks with all stakeholdersPreparing publicity brochures, handouts, promotional videos and multimedia programs that serve to reach the Organization’s policies to the public.Preparation and production of periodic Corporate publications including in house journals and newslettersCoordinate protocol and reception of distinguished visitors Coordinate all media activitiesOrganize Public Relations activities and events in the OrganizationConducting research and writes press releases for the Service ensuring that they reach the target audienceUndertake public opinion surveys and evaluate attitudes of various publics to the Organization.Drafting speeches of the Organization’s top executives for public meetings.Respond to all enquiries from the general publicRequired Qualifications and Experience:
A Bachelors degree in Communications, Mass media or any other relevant disciplineA Masters degree in the above areas will be an added advantage.A post graduate Diploma in Public Relations or related field.At least eight (8) years relevant experience in a large and reputable public or private OrganizationProficiency in computer applications5. Head of Investigations
1 Post

KFS Grade 5
Ref KFS /ENCOM/HOINV/ 01/11

Reporting to the Commandant - ENCOM, the position holder will carry out or where necessary facilitate investigation services to establish evidence to support alleged abuse of forest resources.

Overall Responsibilities:

Planning, coordinating and implementing the investigation procedures and policyCoordinate arrests, investigations and prosecution of culprits of abuse of Forest Act 2005.Consolidate evidence and investigation reports.Develop and maintain investigation data base.Build the capacity of staff to carry out prosecutions and investigations.Required Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Social Sciences with specific focus on Criminal Law or Criminology with 8 yrs experience in paramilitary service handling prosecution and litigation 3 of which must be at a Senior Inspectorate level or equivalentProven administrative and coordination skills.Proven computer proficiency6. Internal Auditor I
1 Post

KFS Grade 7
Ref KFS/IA/01/11

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, the position holder will ensure that risk management, internal controls and governance processes of the Organization are effective.

Overall Responsibilities:

Implement internal audit strategies and comply with policies and proceduresAct as team leader during audit engagement planning, field work, report compilation and follow up reviews.Carry out audit reviews to assess the effectiveness of risk management and the adequacy of internal controls.Document results of audit field work on audit working papers and ensure proper organization / filing of audit working papers.Review audit working papers of audit assistants and compile draft audit reports.Carry out special audits or investigations as may be required from time to time.Required Qualifications and Experience
A minimum of a Bachelor of Commerce degree specializing in Finance or Accounting from a recognized university.Must have CPA (K) / ACCA or an equivalent qualificationMust have worked for at least three (3) years in the internal audit department of a large and reputable Organization.CIA or CISA certification will be desirable.Must be a member of a relevant professional body.Proven administrative and coordination skills.Proven computer proficiencyEffective communication and report writing skills.Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before April 29th, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Director
Kenya Forest Service
P.O. Box 30513 - 00100 Nairobi.
http://www.kenyaforestservice.org/

Please quote kenyanjobs.blogspot.com as the source of the job advert

Support Application Job Career in Kenya.

Job Title: L2 Support (Application)

Company Profile: Our portfolio of business includes supply of Hardware, Software, IT Services and System Integration projects. It has also undertaken turnkey projects in Fibre laying and Data Center build and hosting.

Main Responsibilities

* Advanced knowledge of Telecom , Networking and UNIX Administration
* Problem debugging/isolation skills for applications/DBs /Interfaces
* Vendor co-ordination and conflict mgmt skills
* Documentation,
* Shift operations planning and co-ordination
* Reporting & Presentations , Write well constructed shell scripts with functional routines,
* Deal with customers in a professional & courteous manner which keeps them informed and offers value on a daily basis
* Sound understanding of VAS Services, Call flows, GSM , SS7 , clustering solutions
* Understand the impact of particular processes along with what processes should be running on a server & how they should be configured
* Solid understanding of storage, including SAN attached & local storage
* Thorough understanding of monitoring and reporting tools
* Provides assistance to team members to achieve individual and team tasks
* Demonstrates self assurance in own actions, judgments and capabilities
* Work together with external technical groups in order to resolve customer issues effectively
* Actively troubleshoot monitoring and reporting issues
* Excellent communication skills – Written & Oral.

Required Skills and Qualification

* Graduate/ BE / MCA or Equivalent
* 3-4 years of experience in providing L1/L2 support in Telecom domain and with at least 2-4 years experience in supporting Telecom VAS software products/applications.

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Support Infrastructure Job Vacancy Kenya

Job Title: L2 Support (Infrastructure)

Company Profile: Our portfolio of business includes supply of Hardware, Software, IT Services and System Integration projects. It has also undertaken turnkey projects in Fibre laying and Data Center build and hosting.

Main Responsibilities

* Operating System- Install, upgrade and configure the Operating System-Interrupt and manage boot process- Patch management- Understanding of kernel parameters and how they can be set.- Sound understanding of clustering solutions
* Administration- Utilize remote consoles and terminal servers to access customer servers- Develop basic understanding of one or two Unix related technologies (such as Send Mail, Web Services)
* File and File Systems – Administer disks using volume management and LUN creation and allocation utilities
* System Processes- Understand the impact of particular processes, what processes should be running on a server and how they should be configured
* Storage- Management of disk systems utilizing array tools to allocate LUN’s on some arrays- Solid understanding of storage, including SAN attached and local storage
* Backup/Restore- Install, upgrade and resolve issues with backup solutions – Possess a working knowledge of all backup applications in use in the relevant customer environments
* Security- Ability to install/configure security tools in the Unix environment
* Scripting- Write well constructed shell scripts with functional routines Use of complex commands AWK and SED
* Monitoring/Reporting- Thorough understanding of monitoring and reporting tools
* Actively troubleshoot monitoring and reporting issues
* Networking

Required Skills and Qualification

* Diploma or Graduate
* 3-5 years of relevant technology experience.
* Intermediate Administrator

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Programme Officer NGO Job Basic Education Support.

Programme Officer: Basic Education Support KESHO Organisation, Kilifi Salary Ksh,35,000 – Ksh 45,000 pcm

Kesho is seeking a full-time Programme Officer to provide basic education support to children sponsored through our organisation. Kesho offers financial assistance and academic support to children from Kilifi & Ganze Districts to attend school and to help them realise their potential.

The organisation has been operating for 7 years and experiencing continuous growth. Nearly 250 students are currently supported across all levels of the education system.

The Programme Officer will be under 30 years old with a Bachelor’s degree in Education or a B’Ed in Early Childhood Education. S/he will have taught in a primary school or have been involved in social work among children of this age group. S/he will be familiar with the primary and nursery education system and be
able to creatively engage children at this level. The person should be sensitive to
the local culture and be fluent in both English and Kiswahili.

Specifically, s/he will be in charge of a new initiative within Kesho to promote reading and literacy among Kesho sponsored children to help provide a firm foundation for their academic growth and development. S/he will be expected to work under minimal supervision, forming strong links within the communities,
schools and government offices. S/he should be energetic, with innovative ways to make learning enjoyable to “tuition-overdosed” children. S/he will be expected to come up with systems for monitoring and evaluating the programme as well as providing guidance and counseling for those struggling with social problems.

S/he must be willing to frequently use public transport to visit schools and students.

The post-holder will have a probationary period of 3 months and an initial contract renewable after one year depending on funding and performance. S/he will be responsible to the KESHO committee.

Applications, including a covering letter and curriculum vitae, should be sent to: KESHO, PO Box 997, Kilifi or emailed to info@keshokenya.org.

CV must include a reliable phone number and/or email address.

Closing date for applications: 3rd April, 2011. Candidates who have not heard
by 1st May will have not been short-listed for interview

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Programme Officer NGO Job Basic Education Support.

Programme Officer: Basic Education Support KESHO Organisation, Kilifi Salary Ksh,35,000 – Ksh 45,000 pcm

Kesho is seeking a full-time Programme Officer to provide basic education support to children sponsored through our organisation. Kesho offers financial assistance and academic support to children from Kilifi & Ganze Districts to attend school and to help them realise their potential.

The organisation has been operating for 7 years and experiencing continuous growth. Nearly 250 students are currently supported across all levels of the education system.

The Programme Officer will be under 30 years old with a Bachelor’s degree in Education or a B’Ed in Early Childhood Education. S/he will have taught in a primary school or have been involved in social work among children of this age group. S/he will be familiar with the primary and nursery education system and be
able to creatively engage children at this level. The person should be sensitive to
the local culture and be fluent in both English and Kiswahili.

Specifically, s/he will be in charge of a new initiative within Kesho to promote reading and literacy among Kesho sponsored children to help provide a firm foundation for their academic growth and development. S/he will be expected to work under minimal supervision, forming strong links within the communities,
schools and government offices. S/he should be energetic, with innovative ways to make learning enjoyable to “tuition-overdosed” children. S/he will be expected to come up with systems for monitoring and evaluating the programme as well as providing guidance and counseling for those struggling with social problems.

S/he must be willing to frequently use public transport to visit schools and students.

The post-holder will have a probationary period of 3 months and an initial contract renewable after one year depending on funding and performance. S/he will be responsible to the KESHO committee.

Applications, including a covering letter and curriculum vitae, should be sent to: KESHO, PO Box 997, Kilifi or emailed to info@keshokenya.org.

CV must include a reliable phone number and/or email address.

Closing date for applications: 3rd April, 2011. Candidates who have not heard
by 1st May will have not been short-listed for interview

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UHAI EASHRI Programme Support Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya

Akiba Uhaki Foundation -The Human Rights and Social Justice Fund; on behalf of the East African Sexual Health Rights Initiative (UHAI-EASHRI), wishes to recruit a suitable candidate for the position of:

Programme Support Officer (PSO)

Overall Aim: The Programme Support Officer (PSO) will work under the overall supervision of the Programme Director, and the PSO will assist with overseeing the coordination of all UHAI-EASHRI Programmes.

Responsibilities:

Provide day to day support to the Programmes Department while ensuring good lines of communication between the different members of the Programme DepartmentAssist in and contribute towards the preparation and review of draft and final project reports in particular, but not limited to:Summary, monthly and quarterly internal reportsDonor reportsBoard programme reportsAssist in the coordination and development of quality donor proposals through interalia ensuring collaboration between Programme Staff, Finance and other Administration Departments.Assist in the pre and post grant award-processing actionsAssist in the design, documentation and use of due diligence assessment processes for granteesAssist in the preparation of the annual budgets and programmatic plansAssist in the implementation of the Capacity Building Programme Advice the organization on media, communications and publications strategy and tactics.In cooperation with the Programme staff, develop content and assist in refining publication concepts and revising early drafts of publications and other printed materials.Provide English to French and vice-versa translation and interpretation services to staffSupport the administrative management of all projects including following up as needed within logistics, finance and human resourcesEnsure data entry and retrieval, as well as inputting data into the existing databases, scanning and storing work papers electronically and in hard copyCreate and maintain templates for programmes’ useAssist in the planning of meetings, conferences and travel arrangementsAssist in the maintenance of the UHAI websiteProvide administrative assistance to the Programmes department as necessary.Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Education: A degree in communication, law, social sciences, or public policy is preferred.People Skills: Ability to work independently and as a team player who demonstrates leadership and is able to support and train staff.Communication skills: Well developed written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders. This includes effective negotiation and representation skills.Integrity: Works with trustworthiness and integrity and has a clear commitment to the principles of human rights and social justice.Demonstrates knowledge of and commitment to human rights approaches to promoting sexual health and rights especially in the areas of sexual minority health and rights and public health best practices.Adaptability and flexibility: Ability to operate effectively under extreme circumstances including stress, short deadlines and quick changing environments.Work Style: Is well planned and organized even within a tense working environment and has a capacity for initiative and decision making with competent analytical and problem solving skills.Capacity to manage several tasks simultaneously, be flexible and be willing to assume a range of unanticipated assignments.IT skills: Experience working on Linux based operating systems and Open Office software will be an advantage.Linguistic Skills: Should have excellent written and spoken English and French. Proficiency in Kiswahili will be an added advantage.Demonstrable experience in programme work such as programme reporting, donor reporting, and information management will be an added advantage.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Interested candidates are invited to address their applications, giving a current detailed CV with three references, day time telephone number and a three paragraph motivational statement explaining how well suited they are for the position.

The applications should be sent to:

The Recruitment Team
Akiba Uhaki Foundation
P.O Box 27611-00100
Nairobi.

Email: info@akibauhaki.org

All applications must be received not later than Monday December 6, 2010. UHAI-EASHRI and Akiba Uhaki Foundation are Equal Opportunity Employers, and therefore all are encouraged to apply.

In the spirit of regional integration, applicants from other countries of the East African region (Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi) are encouraged to apply as well.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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