Oracle Applications and Database Administrators Jobs Vacancy in Kenya - Leading Local Financial Institution

A leading local financial institution hereby invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and self-motivated IT professionals with excellent credentials to fill the following vacancies in the Information Management Services Division:

1. Oracle Applications Administrator (Applications DBA)

He/She shall be charged with the responsibility of administering, managing and maintaining Oracle Applications installations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Installation and configuration of all Oracle Applications environments
• Managing patches, upgrades, customizations, updates and Version Control of Oracle Applications Cloning of Oracle Applications Oracle Applications Concurrent Manager Administration; Forms/Report Servers Administration and Web Servers Administration (Oracle HTTPS Server and embedded Apache). Administration of all the Applications DBA (AD) utilities including adadmin, adpatch, adctrl etc
• Special application related regular and maintenance functions. Such as month end and period end functions.
• Oracle Applications Printer Configuration User Access Administration in Oracle Applications
• Providing technical support to business and application development teams; being the point of contact for Oracle Corporation.

Minimum Requirements
• Age 35 years and below
• College degree in a relevant technical field (Computer Science majors preferred)
• Oracle DBA Certification.
• At least 2 years working experience in administering Oracle eBusiness Suite 11i/12.
• At least 2 years UNIX experience.
• Experience with Oracle application administration in high availability environments.
• Extensive knowledge of Oracle10g/11g database and application servers.
• UNIX System Administration qualification/experience specific to IBM AIX is an added advantage
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, and ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization Ability to work in large multi disciplinary teams.
Salary

The starting salary for this position will be Kshs 99,706.20.

Opportunity for career growth will be based on performance

2. Oracle Database Administrator

The ideal candidate must demonstrate ability to administer and maintain large database installations in a busy environment where security is of top priority.

Key Responsibilities and Work Experience
• Enterprise database server administration for 24/7 data availability of key systems.
• Assist in the selection, installation, qualification, testing, and validation of enterprise database systems and applications.
• Work closely with internal and external developers to develop and maintain custom and third-party database applications.
• Responsible for documenting all database installations and configurations.
• Design and develop databases, database users and database security and other database objects including stored procedures.
• Maintain version control of custom database objects and assist with the creation of entity relationship and modeling diagrams for new custom databases.
• Create and maintain jobs/scripts with automated scheduling and alerts, configuration and monitoring for all current and future databases.
• Responsible for monitoring the status of scheduled backups and database jobs.
• Responsible for database security and the analysis and application of database patches and upgrades to database servers and components.
• Optimization and performance tuning for all current and future databases and assisting the application team with application performance tuning.
• Work with the Information Security Office to ensure compliance.
• Participate in audits by maintaining the necessary logs and providing reports or extracts to the qualified resources as requested for the audits.
• Perform imports, exports and data conversion from one system to another as needed.
• Migrate between database platforms as necessary.
• Develop, implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for database administration including backup, restoration, administration, and disaster recovery.
• Participate in designing, setting up, implementing and testing business continuity and disaster recovery installations within the Bank.
• Performing capacity planning required creating and maintaining the databases while working closely with system administrators.
• Performing database re-organizations as required to assist performance and ensure maximum uptime of the database.
• Evaluating releases of Oracle and its tools, and third party products to ensure that the company is running the products that are most appropriate while working with the application developers and System administrators, to ensure that any new product usage or release upgrade takes place with minimal impact.
• Enforcing and maintaining database constraints to ensure integrity of the database.
• Administering all database objects, including tables, clusters, indexes, views, sequences, packages and procedures.
• Assisting with impact analysis of any changes made to the database objects.
• Troubleshooting problems regarding the databases, applications and development tools.
• Creating new database users as required.
• Manage sharing of resources amongst applications.

Minimum Requirements
• Age 35 years and below
• College degree in a relevant technical field (Computer Science majors preferred)
• Oracle DBA Certification.
• At least 2 years UNIX experience
• At least 2 years of Oracle database administration in a UNIX environment. Experience with database administration in high availability environments.
• UNIX System Administration qualification/experience specific to IBM AIX is an added advantage
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, and ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in large multi disciplinary teams.
Salary

The starting salary for this position WIN be Kshs 99,706.20.

Opportunity for career growth will be based on performance

If you meet the above requirements and consider yourself proactive, self-driven and up to the challenge, please send your application and updated curriculum Vitae to:

TS/2148
P.O. Box 49990-00100
Nairobi

So as to be received on or before 17th February , 2012.

Note:

Please do not apply for these positions if you do not have the required qualifications, experience or competencies as per the advertisement.

Applications received after deadline will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Seven Seas Technologies Senior Systems Engineer Job

Seven Seas Technologies is a leading provider of integrated business and technology solutions across Africa in the Financial, Telecom, Real Estate, Service Industries and Government.

We work in partnership with global technology industry leaders in collaborative synergies with domain & technology centric eco-system partners.

We deliver business value to customers through a combination of process excellence, quality frameworks and Service Delivery innovation.

Our core motivation is defining service excellence in technology driven business solutions.

Due to rapid expansion, we are seeking results oriented, highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to fill the following vacant position;

Senior Systems Engineer

Ref: SST/KE/SE/2012

Reporting to the Internal IT Manager, the Senior Systems Engineer will be responsible for providing onsite and remote support to clients and staff.

Key responsibilities
• Provide real time resolution to escalated customer support inquiries;
• Ensure continuous monitoring of customer issues until they are resolved;
• Carry out proactive hardware maintenance and monitor all hosted equipment;
• Understand and convert customer technical requirements to solutions;
• Ensure IT policies and processes are followed at all times;
• Provide all pre-sales requirements to client proposals and ensure quality is maintained; and
• Manage and execute technical lead generation activities in liaison with the sales team to ensure departmental sales objectives are met.

Qualifications and experience
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or other relevant field;
• ITIL training and certification;
• Experience in preparing technical solution briefs;
• At least 5 years of experience in a technical environment; and
• Technical Sales experience will be an added advantage.

For the above position, you require to have strong planning and organizing skills with excellent verbal and written communication.

You must demonstrate the ability to work in a highly driven environment, be results oriented and an innovative thinker.

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the above criteria, submit your application with a detailed CV, quoting the reference number to talent@sevenseastech.com or to our career website www.sevenseastech.com on or before 15th February 2012

Safaricom Senior ERP Developer Job Vacancy in Kenya

Senior ERP Developer

Ref: TECHNICAL _ SERPD _JAN 2012

Reporting to the Senior Manager Enterprise Systems Development; the holder of the position will
• provide 3rd line support for Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application and bespoke oracle interfaces and software components;

Safaricom Project Manager (Enterprise Division) Job

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within Enterprise Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Project Manager

Ref: ESBU_ PM_ October_2011

Reporting to the Senior Manager Deployment, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating projects from initiation to completion; using maximum and effective utilization of project management tools, techniques, and experience, creativity, and management skills, to reach the predetermined objectives.

Key Responsibilities
• Analyze project scope and contractual elements, plan, identify and mobilize resources needed.
• Liaise with relevant technical and customer service teams to plan project work and ensure that the linkages between the various teams capture all the tasks that need to be carried out in a specific project within a specific timeframe, cost budget and quality standard.
• Execute project implementation schedules and plans and revise them as appropriate to meet changing customer needs.
• Coordinate and manage all cross functional (cross team) activities & 3rd party roles for project success.
• Track and manage day-to-day operational, technical and logistical aspects of projects.
• Identify and mitigate risks.
• Communicate effectively and regularly to project stakeholders on project plans, schedules and change.
• Prepare project documentation and review deliverables before handover to client.
• Conduct service User Acceptance Tests (UAT) prior to project commissioning.
• Prepare Project Management reports as required from time to time;

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelors Degree in business or Technical field – Engineering or Information Technology from a recognized university;
• 2 years work experience in project management with experience to line management or senior engineer level;
• Experience in managing multiple projects (6 – 12 month duration) simultaneously from start to finish;
• Working knowledge of MS-Project or other standard project management tools an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills;

Project Management skills
• Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines with minimum supervision.
If you meet the requirements and are self driven, proactive and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job title and reference number to the address below.

All applications must be received on or before Wednesday the 2nd November 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Limited
Nairobi

Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

WASH Job UNICEF -Somalia Information Management Specialist

Vacancy Announcement Ref: UNSOM/2011/072

Title: Information Management Specialist – WASH Cluster

Category: National Officer – NOC

IMIS NO: 73583

Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment -364 Days

Organization Unit: Programme

Duty Station: UNICEF Somalia - (Nairobi)

Date of Issue: 21 October 2011

Closing date of Application: 4 November 2011

If you are qualified Kenyan National looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the above post of Information Management Specialist – WASH Job with UNICEF Somalia to be based in Nairobi, UNICEF Somalia Support Centre

If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.

Purpose of the Post

The Information Manager will be a key member of the national WASH cluster coordination team and play a vital role in collecting, analysing, and sharing information that is important for the cluster stakeholders to make informed (evidence based) strategic decisions on:
1. The need of affected population
2. The prioritisation of these areas according to WASH indicators
3. Where there is need for WASH actors and to what degree
4. What are the key gaps in activity and need
5. What capacity (human, material, financing) exists to be used in support of identified prioritised response needs, and what are the funding priorities.
Major duties and responsibilities

1. General
• Report to the national WASH Cluster Coordinator and respond to the Cluster Membership’s needs for information; work under the guidance of the Information Manager (OCHA), and SWALIM (Somalia Water and Land Information Management System)
• Provide IM services to cluster for key decision making. These services will include data collection, collation, mapping, analysis, and dissemination relevant to the needs of the cluster. This may require building additional and appropriate capacity through the training of additional staff and managing, organising, and conducting these activities.
• Contribute to periodical Cluster coordination and planning meetings, highlighting any significant gaps in humanitarian assistance
2. Data Gathering, Tools and Process
• Proactively gathering of information from other clusters/organisations which may be of use to the WASH Cluster for informing decisions, including movement of population, potential camp locations, outbreaks, water structures
• Identify barriers for information collection, collation, analysis and sharing and work with the OCHA Information Management Specialist to develop appropriate supportive strategies which includes convincing agencies of the purpose and importance of collecting and sharing data/information by providing a timely, added value service to all stakeholders.
3. Needs Assessment
• Organise and manage the data collection and input and initial analysis and presentation of data for the WASH cluster.
• Support and strengthen distance/field assessment mechanisms
4. Monitoring
• Maintain information on all current and potential partners, their capacities and areas of work
• Ensure the 4W matrix meets the needs of WASH partners (especially large partners who do not regularly report), OCHA, SWALIM, WASH Cluster Coordinator
• Regular consultation with key partners, to ensure their regular input into the 4W matrix
• Maintain database of ‘Who does What Where When (4W)’and derivative products, such as maps
• Inventory of relevant common Cluster data sets, including population data disaggregated by age and sex.
• Data on humanitarian requirements and contributions (financial, material, human – as appropriate)
• Support Cluster reporting: end of year report, CHF (Common Humanitarian Fund) reports, CAP (Consolidated Appeal Process) reports, quarterly cluster reports and other ad-hoc reports as requested.
• Gather and collate data on humanitarian response assistance, including feedback and/or issues raised by the affected population
5. Dissemination and Access to Information for WASH Stakeholders
• Maintenance of information management system, including relevant documents on the humanitarian situation, i.e. mission reports, assessments, evaluations, etc;
• Share information in an appropriate way (i.e not all stakeholders have access to the same type of information systems) using internet, e-mail groups, hard copies, verbal feedback at WASH coordination meetings and dissemination to affected communities as part of accountability to affected populations; consider translation into local languages as appropriate. Existing resources include www.humanitarianreform.org/WASH, oneresponse.info or country based websites.
• Identify and organise different web based discussions on specific thematic issues, to bridge the gap between the Somalia and Nairobi Clusters
6. Mapping
• Produce maps of WASH 4W per location, water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Map out WASH resources, needs and gaps as requested (support may be available from OCHA)
• Support prioritisation of proposals for funding from various sources (CHF, bilateral) by mapping all submitted proposals. Establish systems to manage high numbers of proposals submitted, for timely feedback to agency, and future use by Cluster.
7. Information Management Intra and Inter-Cluster Liaison
• Liaise with local and available authorities (Somaliland, Puntland) on data – particularly to assess and access existing information.
• Ensure that information management (IM) activities support national information systems (SWALIM), standards and build local capacities.
• Liaise with UNICEF Monitoring and Evaluation experts to gather and share information – especially for background data and sources of information in-country.
8. Information Management Standards and Policy
• Ensure that IM standards and policies, as advised by the IM (OCHA) are followed, and feedback is given on appropriateness, with suggestions for possible improvements.
9. Ensuring sufficient IM capacity for continuity
• Bring any shortcoming in IM capacity to the attention of the WASH Cluster coordinator and the IM (OCHA).
10. Training and capacity building of national authorities and civil society
• Promote and support training of other UNICEF, government authorities and humanitarian personnel on data collection, analysis and dissemination.
11. Preparation for End of Assignment
• Hand over information management services to appropriate agency, including the provision of brief guidance notes.
• Preparation of a short summary report at the conclusion of the assignment on lessons learned to be shared with WASH at the country, regional and global levels.
12. Other
• Any other tasks that may be required (within reason) to achieve the objective of this assignment
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field or discipline such as Information Management or Information Systems. A first university degree in combination with qualifying 7 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Willingness and ability to work in difficult environments, in often stressful time-critical situations.
• Ability to work in English required.
• Cultural and gender awareness and sensitivity.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and preferably MS Access or other databases.
• Strong knowledge of Google Earth
• Ability to collect and organise data and use GIS/cartographic outputs.
• Ability to present information in understandable tables, charts and graphs.
• Knowledge of multi-variable mapping techniques
• Experience in web design and programming
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS or other mapping software an advantage.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11), updated CV, copies of academic certificates to one of the following email address.

UN staff are requested to provide at least two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs).

Please quote the vacancy number in your application.

Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

Qualified female candidates are especially encouraged to apply

UNICEF is a non-smoking environment

Part Time / On Call IT Technician Job Vacancy - Tours & Travel Company

Job Location: Nairobi

We are a Tours & Travel Company in need of a Computer Repairs Technician to perform the following duties on a call basis:
• Troubleshoot hardware, software and network operating system
• Connect and set up hardware
• Load all the required software
• Install workstations
• Input and maintain IP addresses
• Perform other related duties as required on a need to basis

The incumbent must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
• Computer troubleshooting
• Knowledge of computer viruses diagnosis and "treatment "
• Ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheets and other programs at a highly proficient level
• Demonstrate sound work ethics

Apply to ittechnician2011@gmail.com on or before 20th August 2011

Application Deadline: 20/08/11

Safaricom SDM Planning Engineer Job

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the VAS Technical Department within the Technical & IT Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

SDM Planning Engineer

Ref: TECHNICAL_SDMPE_AUGUST 2011

Reporting to the Principal Engineer SDM (Subscriber Data Management) Planning; the holder of the position will be responsible for evaluation of new and existing hardware, planning & design for new solutions, implementation and integration of new hardware/software, optimization of existing systems and internal process improvement.

Key Responsibilities
• Create key performance indicators for new products/services;
• Play a lead role in marketing proposals, product & services vendor evaluation process; weighted evaluation for new hardware, features and services;
• Design network for SDM for the new elements that are added and analyze it as required;
• Minimize network and service impact for any change;
• Create and update handover system configuration documentation after software/hardware upgrade;
• Configure data for new systems with vendor engineer and create/adopt necessary work instruction for existing systems;
• Perform S.W.O.T Analysis of projects and play a lead role in transference of SDM skills and knowledge technicians;
• Analyze the effect of a new/improvement change before & after project implementation;
• Build internal and external relationships with key customers and suppliers to deliver continuous quality solutions to business.

Minimum requirements
• Degree/Diploma in either Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering or IT (Computing) – Operating systems, databases, LAN design and configuration, TCP/IP;
• 3 years working as an engineer in a telecommunications environment (vendor or operator);
• Experience of GSM HLR will be an added advantage;
• Experience of NSN NT-HLR and/or Service @once Activation Manager (SAAM) Solutions will be an added advantage.
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 Monday the 22nd August 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

WAP Developer / Mobile Website Developer Job - GreenBell Communications

Job Title: WAP Developer / Mobile Website Developer

GreenBell Communications Limited is an ICT solutions firm which offers flexible ICT solutions, professional project delivery and expert advice.

We are looking to recruit a results oriented, highly self motivated and enthusiastic WAP Developer / Mobile Website Developer.

Description:

This professional will be working within the web development team to develop mobile versions of web sites. He/ She will ultimately be building websites optimized for mobile handsets.

Essential functions for this position include:

Job Responsibilities:
• Creating innovative applications which will keep our clients at the forefront.
• Feeding technical requirements into projects.
• Creating Widgets, Websites, Microsites and Facebook applications.
• Programming and problem solving.
• Helping to make concepts reality.
• Looking for new and innovative ways to deliver the clients products through varying forms of media (Web and mobile applications).
• Providing ideas for technical or workflow / process improvements.
• Web development tasks including testing, debugging, documenting, peer-reviewing, deploying, monitoring, and support.
Experience and Skills Required:
• Clear understanding of Web 2.0, along with XHTML/CSS/Javascript.
• In depth knowledge of Flash Actionscript, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS2, ASP.net, AJAX.
• Knowledge of OpenGL, 3D and Android would be an advantage.
• Exhibit a consistent positive, professional attitude.
• Possess strong customer service skills to meet or exceed customer service requirements.
• Ability to function as a team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The successful candidate must be passionate about technology, and always strive to push the limits of what can be done. We are looking for a visionary who is proud to say this is what I have done, see what it can do.

*Only successful candidates shall be contacted.

*All applicants to clearly state their salary expectations.

Qualified candidates should submit their applications by email (Cover letters and CV’s as one document- not separate attachment) addressed to the Operations Director.

Submit your application to careers@gbc.co.ke so as to reach us by 30th August 2011.

GBC is an equal opportunity employer

Website: www.gbc.co.ke

Office Receptionist and Graphic Designer Jobs

A company based in Nairobi (upper hill)

1) Office Receptionist

We are looking for a dynamic Lady that is capable of the following duties and has at least experience of one year

Duties:-
• Manage incoming and outgoing telephone calls.
• Manage the reception.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail including courier.
• Create and maintain an effective filing system.
• Deal with correspondence, reports and pleadings including drafting, typing and ensuring follow-up.
• Coordinate provision of utilities and stationery.
• Maintain proper financial records.
• Oversees service and maintenance of office furniture/ equipment.
• Maintain efficiency of operations at the office through prompt payment of bills.
• Responsible for ensuring a clean working environment for all staff and clients through adequate supervision of office cleaning.

And any other duty given by the Manager

2) Graphic Designer

Are you a Graphic Designer between the ages of 18-26 Years looking for a Full time Job?

Send your Resume to info@originalimages.co.ke as soon as Possible.

ICF Macro HIS Technical Advisor Job

ICF Macro Health, Education and Social Programs.

Position: HIS Technical Advisor

Nairobi, Kenya

About ICF International

ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) partners with government and commercial clients to deliver professional services and technology solutions in the energy and climate change; environment and infrastructure; health, human services, and social programs; and homeland security and defense markets.

The firm combines passion for its work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results throughout the entire program life cycle, from research and analysis through implementation and improvement.

Since 1969, ICF has been serving government at all levels, major corporations, and multilateral institutions. More than 3,500 employees serve these clients worldwide.

ICF's Web site is www.icfi.com.

Job Description:

The International Health and Development Division of ICF Macro (formerly Macro International Inc.) seeks a Technical Advisor Health Information Systems (HIS) to join our team. The HIS Technical Advisor will work on the portfolio of public health related M&E activities under USAID's technical assistance (TA) project for global health programs.

The portfolio focuses primarily on the monitoring and evaluation of programs directed at improving quality, availability and use of essential health services.

He/She will assist in providing technical inputs and oversight to the integration and use of data management information systems and tools to facilitate data entry, transmission and use.

Key function of this position will be capacity building among information systems users at the national, county, district and community levels of government and health facility personnel.

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Provide HIS technical inputs and oversight to systems requirements, analysis, design, specifications, piloting and testing, implementation and evaluation

• Provide technical inputs and oversight in the integration and use of data management information into one unified integrated system

• Provide technical, management and leadership oversight to USG partners PEPFAR reporting

• Work with Kenya MOH and all stakeholders to identify data collection and reporting requirements for strengthening and integration of a Community Health Information System

• Provide technical support to the Kenya MOH in developing standards, processes, systems and toots for ensuring the quality of routine health information

• Provide information on the status and progress of program activities and disseminate information and public reporting results, per client instructions, to interested parties

• Manage client and stakeholder relationships

• Contribute technical expertise to other projects as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Advanced University degree (PhD or MD, MPH or MPH) and experience in health informatics, computer science or social science field (international health, biostatistics, and epidemiology).

• 10 years professional experience working in health information systems (health information strategy and policy, epidemiology, monitoring and evaluation.

• Demonstrated experience and understanding of health information systems, design, development, roll out and/ or use

• Demonstrated experience in organizational capacity building, collaboration with governments and non governmental entities

• Excellent English oral ad written communication skills

• Ability to work in a team environment with people of diverse backgrounds

ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce.

ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V

To express interest, please visit our website and apply online to job requisition number 1100001661 at www.icfi.com/careers.

Apply by 26th August, 2011

Graduate Recruitment at British American Tobacco Nigeria (BAT)

British American Tobacco Nigeria (BAT) Nigeria is Recruiting for Graduate Management Trainees - Information Technology

Job Title: Management Trainee - Information Technology

Reference Number: OM/NIG/NGN/MT/08-09-11

Location: Lagos

Remuneration: Very Competitive

Reports to: Line Manager -Coach

Requisition Number:1

Principal Accountabilities:

The Management Trainee Programme will involve an assessment of your leadership and managerial skills. Where necessary we will support your development with further formal training. You will be provided with opportunities to put these skills into practice, in preparation for your move to a managerial role.

The programme will structure your development around clearly defined set of objectives. You will gain support and encouragement from three sources. Your Coach, a manager who will work with you to ensure that you are reaching the standards expected of you and you are getting what you need from the programme. Your Mentor, a senior manager from another function, sharing the benefit of their experience and supporting you in the achievement of your personal objectives. Also, there will be other management trainees around the world who will form an invaluable network of contacts for you.

If at the end of the 2 year period, you successfully meet the performance requirement you will be appointed to your first managerial role with British American Tobacco

.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Must complete NYSC by December 2011 
•   Be comfortable working in an industry which can be seen as controversial 
•   Excellent academic performance and successful completion of relevant degree. Minimum of 2.1
• Track record of outstanding extra-curricular achievement and leadership skill
•   Innovative and creative 
•  Possess leadership skills and clear personal objectives 
•  Fluent in English. French proficiency is an added advantage 
•  Strong Numerical and Verbal comprehension 
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills

Key Outputs:

• Action Oriented approach to work 
•  Contribution to functional objectives 
•  Graduate from the program as an exceptional performer

Application Deadline:

8th September, 2011

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

A24 Media Web Developer / Programmer Job Vacancy

A24 Media, Africa’s first content delivery and aggregator, is looking for a web developer/programmer to be responsible for developing an innovative portal for a progressive online media field, develop specifications and make recommendations on the use of new and emerging technologies.

Programming, graphic design and database administration are all elements of this position.

Responsibilities
• To develop detailed specification documents with clear project deliverables and timelines, and to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• To develop a website modeled around gettyimages.com and huffingtonpost.com
• To build and refine graphic designs. Must have strong skills in Photoshop, Fireworks, or equivalent application(s).
• Convert raw images and layouts from a graphic designer into CSS/XHTML themes.
• Determine appropriate architecture, and other technical solutions, and make relevant recommendations.
• Engage in outside-the-box thinking to provide high value-of-service to the organization.
• Alert colleagues to emerging technologies or applications and the opportunities to integrate them into operations and activities.
• Develop innovative, reusable mobile web based tools and applications.

Required Skills
• BS in computer science or a related field, or significant equivalent experience
• 3 years minimum experience with HTML/XHTML and CSS
• 2 years minimum Web programming experience, including PHP, ASP or JSP
• 1 year minimum experience working with relational database systems such as MySQL, MSSQL or Oracle and a good working knowledge of SQL
• Graphic design skills
• Development experience using extensible web authoring tools
• Experience developing and implementing open source software projects
• Self-starter with strong self-management skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

Applications accompanied by copies of certificates plus detailed CV should be forwarded to: info@a24media.com

Closing date for receipt of applications is 14th March 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Comprite Senior Software Developer Job

We are looking for a highly qualified, driven and business-aware software developer to join our team.

The position will require dedication, hard work and a willingness to invest in your own future.

You will be required to work closely with other software developers and will report directly to the CTO on the progress of the several development projects that are ongoing.

You will be expected to, among other things:

Institute and ensure compliance with best practice standards for:
1. Code documentation
2. Version control
3. Back up
4. Coordinate development projects, and wherever and whenever necessary do actual coding.
• You must be proficient, in one or all of the following, in order of necessity:
1. All Microsoft Technologies (.NET framework, VS 2008, SQL 2008)
2. Java
3. SOAP protocols / Web Service development / HTTPS setups.
4. Networking
You must have demonstrated experience in working in one or more of the above, and be able to showcase or provide ample evidence of your skills.

You must be able and willing to travel, and provide expert input and advice on any or all of the above issues.

You must possess excellent writing and communication skills, and have an entrepreneurial spirit.

If you’re interested in this job, send us your resume, with a cover letter letting us know why you’re the best person for the Job.

Email: info@comp-rite.com

Only candidates who fit our exact specifications will be contacted.

AMSTREF Data Collectors Jobs

AMSTREF is recruiting data collectors for the UWEZO Kenya’s 2010 Numeracy and Literacy Survey for the data collection exercise for Nairobi Region (Westlands District).

The data collectors will be recruited on the basis of meeting the requirements stated below and their familiarity with or being a resident in Westlands District.

This will be a voluntary assignment. However, a small stipend will be provided after the assignment. A certificate of participation will also be provided after the data collectors training.

Candidate Requirements
• You are a person of high integrity;
• You have completed secondary education with a KCSE Mean Grade of C+ and above;
• If you are a current or recent graduate, you will have an added advantage.
• You are concerned about the quality of education in your village;
• You have a National ID;
• You own a mobile phone;
• Preferably but not a requirement, you reside in Westlands Area, Nairobi.

If you meet the above requirements, submit your CV by email only to: info@amstref.org on or before 2nd/March/2011.

Africa Mathscience Technology Research Foundation,
P. O. BOX 48418,
Nairobi.

Systems Administrator and Certified Wimax Installer Jobs

An ICT firm is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions:

1. Systems Administrator

The Job:

The successful candidate will provide assistance to the SSA on all call centre, on site and remote IT technical support and network administration to our customers and within the organization, with responsibility for the full life cycle of incidents and problems.

The position will require close working with all departments within the organization

Key Tasks:
• Resolving Incidents and Problems through Technical Escalation
• Using existing skills and knowledge as well as appropriate support resources to find resolution to customer incidents
• Implementing fixes and solutions where appropriate, either via discussing directly with customer, via calls/SMS, email, remote control or on site
• Escalating calls to GSM Networks, PDNOs etc
• Visiting customer sites to implement fixes
• Visiting customer sites to perform proactive support tasks and post installation hand over
• Administering customer networks as part of managed services provision
• Analyzing and reporting on call performance and server health checks

Requirements:
• B. Sc in CS/IT or related field or equivalent experience
• Experience in working for an ISP is key. Only candidates with this will be contacted.
• The ability to demonstrate IT support and Customer facing skills
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills for problem resolution
• Good literacy and report writing skills and be able to provide examples from previous IT Projects where appropriate
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to generate strong and lasting relationships with our customers
• Administer Linux (Debian based) and *BSD servers
• Configure and maintain networking equipment: firewalls, routers, managed switches, VPNs
• Administer services including: Apache, LDAP, SAMBA, Postfix, MySQL, subversion etc
• Database administration, preferably MySQL or PostgreSQL
• Fluent in a scripting language (preferably Perl/Python)
• Extensive experience with TCP/IP networking and common network protocols
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills. The ability to work under pressure is a necessity.
• A passion for technology
• Excellent understanding of Networks, Protocols and Internet Technologies
• CISCO qualification(s) would be desirable, however knowledge, interest and awareness of CISCO products is essential
• Awareness of SMPP would be a benefit
• Awareness of working with Service Level Agreements
• Driving license required

2. Certified Wimax Installer

The job:

The position exists to deliver VSAT, Wireless & Fiber installations and offer end user support to customers in the market.

Key Tasks:
• Install and maintain Computers Wireless Network
• Manage technical escalations
• Perform all work associated with testing, troubleshooting, alignment, modification and operation of the relevant network equipment
• Interface with clients and vendors for network support and repair activities
• Must be able to work at height on towers and have proven experience in installation and rigging.
• Configure and maintain networking equipment: firewalls, routers, managed switches, VPNs

Qualifications:
• KDN Certification on WiMAX equipment installation and commissioning
• Diploma in telecommunications or a related field.
• Knowledge and ability to support windows, Linux, TCP/IP and cabling standards.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision;
• Be highly analytical with good problem solving skills
• A team player and a result oriented individual
• Valid driving license
• 2 years previous experience.
Applications should be sent to info.orcabay@gmail.com by 18h March 2011.

Internal Auditor, IT Admin, Payroll Admin, Audit Clerks and Admin Clerks Jobs

Internal Auditor: CPA (K) four years’ experience in Audit preferably in co-operative movement.

I.T. Administrator:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Certificate in MCSE and CCNA
• Knowledge of MSSQL 2005 and above
• Minimum three years’ experience in a busy ICT environment
Payroll Administrator:
• At least CPA II
• Minimum three years’ experience in payroll administration
• Human Resource Diploma will be an added advantage
Audit Clerks:
• CPA Section 1 or 2
• Computer literate
• Minimum three years’ experience in auditing
Administration Clerks:
• Diploma in Business Administration
• Minimum three years’ experience in administrative matters
Apply the above positions through

DNA/900
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100,
Nairobi

Deadline: 18th March,2011

RTI Chief of Party, ICT Advisor and Public Health Data Advisor Jobs

With a global staff of more than 3,800. RTI International offers innovative research and technical solutions to governments and businesses worldwide in the areas including: economic development, health, training, governance, and advanced technology.

RTI International is seeking strongly qualified candidates for the following senior positions in the health management information systems (HIS) sector to support an anticipated USAID-funded project in Kenya. Job offers will be extended contingent upon available and approved funding.

1. Chief of Party (COP)

Provide overall management, administrative, financial, and technical leadership and direction to the project.

Successfully collaborate and effectively communicate with key stakeholders and partners, including government officials and health facility personnel. Meet all contractual obligations in close coordination with the client and RTI Home Office, meeting if not exceeding quality expectations.

2. ICT/HMIS Advisor

Provide technical input and oversight to the integration and use of data management information systems (e.g., HMIS, DHIS, EMR) and tools to facilitate data entry, transmission, and use. Key to success will be building the capacity among information systems users at the national, provincial and district levels of government and health facility personnel.

3. Public Health Data Advisor

Provide technical input and oversight to strengthen health data quality, data use, and data dissemination.

Develop the capacity of in-country public health personnel (government officials, health facility personnel, other health information systems users) to provide quality data and analyze information for programmatic and policy development.

Improve and develop methods and systems for information use and dissemination.

Additional positions may be sought for: Finance, Monitoring and evaluation (M&E), Health Information Systems (HIS), Public health data quality and analysis, and/or training and capacity-building.

Desired Qualifications:
• Qualified candidates will have a higher degree in health, ICT, social sciences, business or a related field.
• S/he will have significant experience working in the health and/or ICT sector.
• S/he will have demonstrated experience interacting successfully with stakeholders, notably government officials and health facility personnel.
• Experience working with international donor-funded projects preferred.

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants may submit detailed CVs and cover letter (with contact information) by email to Kenyahmis@rti.org.

Please reference the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Deadline for submission is March 20, 2011.

Due to the urgency of the recruitment, applications will be short-listed on a regular basis and we may offer the positions before the closing date.

RTI would like to graciously thank all applicants for their interest.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA /M/F/D/V employer.

Danya International Information Communications Technology Manager Job

Summary Scope of Work:

The Information Communications Technology Advisor will provide technical leadership and implementation oversight for Danya’s evidenced-based information communications technology (ICT) social development initiatives in the country.

The position will be responsible for providing technical assistance to USG agencies, USG partners, and GoK, designing and leading high impact ICT strategies and implementations.

Report To: Regional Director

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Responsibilities:

Leadership
• Provide strategic leadership and vision for ICT programs
• Ability to lead the ICT technical approach across multiple projects
• Represent Danya before stakeholders and oversee implementation of activities throughout Kenya
• Contribute to annual work planning
• Establish and maintain a productive relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs and community groups for smooth implementation
• Work collaboratively with other project team members to ensure necessary program planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently
Management
• Work collaboratively with project and headquarters staff to assure proper financial projections, reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions.
• Contribute to ensure projects meets set targets
• Promote and support the dissemination of best practices among the project teams
• Contribute to timely, accurate and appropriate reporting of program activities and results to the donor, including progress reports, and annual reports

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Computer science degree with post-graduate level training preferred
• A minimum of 6+ years of senior level experience in designing and implementing ICT programs for social development programs
• Significant experience in design and development of technology solutions to increase international development project impact
• Project work experience with open source technology
• Familiarity with the design of e-learning applications
• Familiarity with the design of mobile phone applications
• Demonstrated experience leading large ICT initiatives funded by international donor organizations
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skills
• Strong change management, results oriented and decision making skills
• Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
• Fluency in English
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience developing successful, replicable and sustainable projects
• Expertise in research to practice – identifying best practices and adapting them to program realities
• A team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating working teams, and developing communities of learning among host country partners and counterparts

Danya is an equal opportunity employer!

How to apply

Please send CV/Resume to globalrecruitment@danya.com

Closing date: 31 May 2011

Regional Coordinator Job - Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO)

Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO) is a national membership network of organization with over 1000 Non-Governmental Organization (NGOs), Community Based Organization (CBOs), Faith Based Organization (FBOs), Private Sector, Research and Learning Institutions responding to HIV & AIDS and TB in Kenya.

Location: Kenya - Central

Role:

The Regional coordinator will oversee, lead and manage the field operations of the regional office in Central province office. He/she will be responsible for maintaining relationships with the various stakeholders, monitoring, and ensuring achievement of overall project objectives.

The Regional coordinator will also provide technical assistance by way of backstopping relevant projects/programmes at the KANCO office in Central.

Major duties and responsibilities:
• Responsible for the Mombasa regional resource centre
• Coordinate, monitor and evaluate the progress and performance of regional programmes/ projects to ensure acceptable performance standard
• Prepare budgets for regional programmes under the direction and approval of supervisor
• Recruitment of KANCO members at regional level.
• Liaise with other KANCO departments in providing services to the community
• Acquire and distribute HIV/AIDS information materials
• Develop and maintain computer databases for the regional office
• Popularise computer based systems at the regional level (e.g. email, internet and use of ICTs)
• Respond to KANCO member’s inquiries
• Resource centre fund mobilization for support to centre continuity/ activities
• Contribution to monitoring and evaluation
• Preparation of regular progress reports
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification and experience
• Education: Bachelor degree in Social Sciences or Information Studies
• Experience: Not less than 5 years’ experience in a similar position
• Knowledge: Communication; Library and Information Studies; IT training; Project management
• Critical Success factors:
1. Database and information systems Management;
2. Good communication skills;
3. Good interpersonal skills;
4. Report writing skills;
5. Resource mobilization skills;
6. Experience in Social or community work;
7. Networking skills;
8. Good facilitation skills;
9. Must be innovative;
10. Ability to market resource centre services;
11. Ability to meet deadlines;
12. Ability to work under minimum supervision

How to apply

Please send your application letter, CV, expected remunerations, and list of 3 references by e-mail (reference job title “Regional Coordinator - Central”) to jobs@kanco.org

Closing date: 11 Mar 2011

This vacancy is only open to Kenyan Nationals. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

KANCO is an equal opportunity employer.

Communication & Documentation Officer Job - Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO)

Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO) is a national membership network of organization with over 1000 Non-Governmental Organization (NGOs), Community Based Organization (CBOs), Faith Based Organization (FBOs), Private Sector, Research and Learning Institutions responding to HIV & AIDS and TB in Kenya.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Role:

The communication and documentation officer will support HIV and TB advocacy, promoting access to practical up-to-date information through documentation and dissemination of strategic information

Major duties and responsibilities:
• Organize press conferences, development of media briefs/ press releases as needed in regard to TB, HIV & AIDS
• Liaise with media/ journalist, through follow up calls, response to journalists’ requests, relationship building with journalists, facilitating media interviews
• Monitor media coverage of all HIV/AIDS/TB activities and efforts, weekly e-documentation of all print and broadcast media
• Lead in development of publications (weekly KANCO news bulletin, programme/ project briefs, fact sheets, position papers, IEC materials, organization reports - programmes/ projects quarterly reports etc.)
• Establish a continuous data collection process on HIV/AIDS and TB from the membership
• Identify, acquire, process and disseminate HIV/AIDS and TB information to members and other stakeholders; sourcing new HIV/AIDS/TB materials
• Promote and build the capacity of members in documentation and information management
• Maintenance of KANCO website and databases including AIDS Information System (AIS)
• Reviewing process to determine levels of implementation of GFATM in Kenya with specific focus on TB, HIV & AIDS
• Ensure high quality postings on e-platforms to generate stakeholders and partners response
• Identify and follow up on strategic advocacy opportunities
• Develop advocacy plans with programmes and partners (publications, structured discussions etc.)
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Programme Director

Qualification and experience:
• Education: A bachelor's degree in information science, journalism or communication
• Experience: At least 5 years’ experience
• Knowledge: Experience in HIV/AIDS/TB programming; ability to conduct needs assessment on information and documentation; good organizational, networking and communication and facilitation skills.
• Critical Success factors:

1. Good communication skills;
2. experience in HIV/AIDS/TB programs;
3. ability to conduct needs assessment on information and documentation;
4. organizational skills;
5. networking skills;
6. good facilitation skills;
7. must be innovative;
8. ability to meet deadlines;
9. ability to work under minimum supervision and
10. Result orientation;

How to apply

This vacancy is only open to Kenyan Nationals. Please send your application letter, CV, expected remunerations, and list of 3 references by e-mail (reference job title “Communication & Documentation Officer”) to jobs@kanco.org

Closing date: 11 Mar 2011

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

KANCO is an equal opportunity employer.