Forest Officer - Kenya Tea Development Agency, Nairobi, Kenya

Forest Officer at Kenya Tea Development Agency in Nairobi, Kenya

Position Scope
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations the successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating KTDA / Factories’ wood fuel projects and ensuring adherence to stipulated land acquisition and development procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising the management of wood fuel projects.
• Coordinating feasibility/economic analysis of proposed projects.
• Participating in the review of wood-fuel land procurement procedures.
• Participating in the enhancement of financial controls of projects.
• Coordinating, monitoring and evaluating economic factors around wood fuel projects.
• Preparing timely and accurate reports on the performance of projects and recommend areas of improvement.
• Undertaking research on market changes, impacts and strategies.
• Identify Strategic partners and other business ventures.
• Observing and complying with environmental health and safety measures.
• Providing technical support to factories and contracted firewood farmers.

Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies:

• BSc. Forestry.
• At least 3 years experience in Forestry Management.
• Computer Literate.
• Good communication, conceptual, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Valid driving license.

How to apply

If you believe you fit the required profile, please write in confidence to the address below by 9th March 2012 attaching curriculum vitae with details of your qualifications, experience and present position.

In addition, please provide your telephone number, e-mail address and names of three referees.

The Group General Manager - Human Resource & Administration,
Kenya Tea Development Agency (MS) Ltd,
P. O. Box 30213 - 00100,
Nairobi

e-mail: recruitment@ktdateas.com

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant - Kenya Tea Development Agency in Nairobi, Kenya

Administrative Assistant at Kenya Tea Development Agency in Nairobi, Kenya

Position Scope

Reporting to the Head of Risk Assurance and Compliance, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing effective and efficient logistical and administrative support to the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Administering and overseeing the office requirements related to procurement and operations.
• Assisting with preparation of business presentations i.e. texts, overhead and electronic presentations.
• Assist in planning, scheduling and organizing meetings.
• Designing, maintaining and archiving files.
• Interfacing with various departments to collect information and responding to requests.
• Compiling and distributing staff meeting minutes.
• Taking part in administrative duties and special projects as required.
• Attending to customer enquiries.

Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies:

• A Bachelors degree in Business administration /Secretarial studies or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar position.
• Excellent command of English language both verbal and written.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage own workflow.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be mature, well organized, reliable and able to work under pressure

How to apply

If you believe you fit the required profile, please write in confidence to the address below by 9th March 2012 attaching curriculum vitae with details of your qualifications, experience and present position.

In addition, please provide your telephone number, e-mail address and names of three referees.

The Group General Manager - Human Resource & Administration,
Kenya Tea Development Agency (MS) Ltd,
P. O. Box 30213 - 00100,
Nairobi

e-mail: recruitment@ktdateas.com

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Direct Entry Captains - Kenya Airways - Nairobi, Kenya

Direct Entry Captains at Kenya Airways in Nairobi, Kenya

Applications are invited for Direct Entry Captains for our jet engine fleet.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 4,000 hours including 2,000hrs PI plus 500hrs on Type (or similar aircraft)
• Current on type
• Valid ATPL and Instrument rating
• Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
• At least level 4 English

In addition, to excel in our team, you will have these competencies:

• Sound judgment
• Ability to lead
• Customer oriented approach
• Excellent communicator
• High level of integrity and team spirit.
• Successful expatriate candidates will be employed on a three - year renewable contract basis.

If you would wish to be considered for these positions, please visit the Kenya Airways Web Site: http://www.kenya-airways.com and click on Careers to apply to reach us not later than 9th March 2012.

Education Officer - Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) - Nairobi, Kenya

Education Officer at Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in Nairobi, Kenya

Summary
The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, BMZ, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, UNHCR, jointly finance the initiative of Development-oriented Emergency and Transitional Aid for Refugees in Kenya, which is implemented by GIZ through multi-sectorial support to the UNHCR Kenya Programme.

Requirements

• Degree in Education or related courses
• 2 years working experience in an education project
• Experience working with refugees will be an added advantage
• Roles and responsibilities:
• Work closely with MOE and the City Education Department in promoting admission of refugees in schools.
• Advice the DETA- RK programme on Education related issues and the necessary corresponding interventions.
• Coordinate capacity building of teachers, parents and Education officials through training.
• Coordinate supply of crucial items to schools to promote conducive learning environments
• Closely work with the Department of Adult Education to support adult literacy centers that admit refugees.
• Monitor progress of education interventions including school enrolment, retention and completion.
• Represent GIZ in meetings touching on Education matters
• Prepare and submit quality activity, monthly and other periodic reports.
• Attend to other duties which will emerge in the process of service to refugees and as directed by the Community Development Manager.

How to apply:
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit electronic applications to: ruth.mwangi@giz.de

Closing date:  02 Mar 2012

Financial Management Technical Advisor - Management Sciences for Health - Nairobi

Financial Management Technical Advisor - Health Sector at Management Sciences for Health in Nairobi, Kenya

Overall Responsibilities:
The Financial Management Technical Advisor will be responsible for providing technical assistance in financial management to partners and clients such as large Government of Kenya (GoK) hospitals, Faith-based Organizations (FBOs) working in the health sector, and Departments/Divisions in the Ministries of Health (MOH). S/he will be responsible for transfer of essential skills, including appropriate costing of services, budgeting, and management of funds to strengthen the operational and financial capacity of clients and partners in order to improve the financial management and sustainability of client organizations. S/he will design and implement targeted capacity building and technical assistance based on the project’s needs.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively develop a menu of innovative and scalable interventions for promoting the clients and partners’ capacity and practices to effectively manage their financial operations for improved sustainability and functioning.
• Transfer essential financial and management skills to partners and clients, including hospitals participating in the hospital reforms, FBOs, departments and divisions linked to the MOH.
• Participate in delivering periodic learning programs to target units and facilities as well as to other clients at the regional and national levels, as required.
• Mobilize short-term technical expertise in finance, accounting, planning, budgeting, and auditing as requested to meet the needs of the project.
• Represent the project in communications with USAID, the MOH, and other partners as assigned by the Project Director and Deputy Director.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Certified Public Accountant background is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated capabilities in health sector financing, accounting, planning, budgeting, and auditing. At least 3 years’ experience working effectively in capacity building in the aforementioned areas with local organizations.
• Demonstrated successful experience working as an advisor to Ministries of Health, Finance or any Government agency in developing countries, preferably Kenya.
• Knowledge of USAID program management, applicable regulations and requirements, and institutional capacity building.
• Demonstrated capability in multi-tasking and working simultaneously with multiple teams. Able to prioritize and manage a complex portfolio, collaborating with many types of stakeholders.
• At least 5 years’ experience working with public and private counterparts in Kenya.
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills in English and Swahili.
• Strong computer skills (word processing, excel spreadsheets and accounting programs).
• Previous experience working with the Kenyan Government a plus. Knowledge of public health strongly preferred.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

How to apply:
To apply for this position, please submit a resume to https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/4649/job. For more information about MSH, please visit our web site at www.msh.org. If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org.

Closing date:  26 Mar 2012