ESF Consultants is a regional Environmental Management firm with offices in Nairobi Kenya and Kigali Rwanda as well as satellite field offices in South Sudan and Uganda.
The firm has been involved in major environmental work for developments ranging from Catchment Management, Hydro-dam development, Oil and Gas exploration, Mining, Bio-safety, Irrigation, Infrastructure, Housing to Biotechnology and Manufacturing industry.
Environmentalistes Sans Frontieres (ESF) Consultants was established in 2000 as an Environmental Management Consultancy firm with the objective of providing sound and effective solutions to the common environmental challenges affecting the livelihood of communities, institutions and corporates.
ESF is devoted to applying professionalism and most appropriate technologies to develop workable and effective environmental solutions.
Responsibilities
• Data entry of source data into MS Excel
• Data preparation and conversion to the required formats
• Filing of the source data and entered data.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
• Previous experience and sound knowledge of Ms Office suite of applications and other computer associated computer applications
• Qualifications in computer packages are desirable especially Ms Excel
• Previous data entry experience is highly desirable
Qualities
• Efficient time management, organizational awareness and ability to meet set deadlines
• Keen eye for detail and sound judgment in problem solving
• Be able to work effectively in a team
• Be able to start as soon as possible
Interested candidates should forward their CVs to dataentryESF@yahoo.com by close of business Friday 31st December 2010.
ESF Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. University students and candidates with clerical grades are also encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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AMPATH Monitoring and Evaluation Manager Job Vacancy
Saturday, December 25, 2010
The Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH) is a project under the auspices of Moi University School of Medicine and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in collaboration with Indiana University School of Medicine, all uniting their resources towards tackling Kenya’s major health problems.
AMPATH operates in 24 Government of Kenya health facilities and 24 additional satellite centers in Rift Valley, Nyanza and Western Provinces. AMPATH expanded its services from comprehensive HIV care and treatment to include Primary Health Care (PHC) and Chronic Disease Management (CDM).
AMPATH is also providing ’Monitoring & Evaluation Support for Phase I of the MTCT Free Zones in Rift Valley and Nyanza Provinces’, a project conducted jointly by the Government of Kenya, AMPATH, and UNICEF.
Position: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
We are seeking a full-time Monitoring and Evaluation Manager for project activities. The position will be based at the AMPATH Centre in Eldoret.
This position will also involve wide travelling within the western Kenya region and occasionally Nairobi The individual will report directly to the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist of the USAID-AMPATH Partnership.
Duties
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be primarily responsible for
• Develop and implement performance monitoring plans internally and for external stakeholders.
• Attending all meetings associated with this project at the District, Provincial, and National level.
• Working in collaboration with the Provincial Epidemiologists and other key stakeholders to draft and revise the necessary Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), data collection tools, and reporting templates.
• Preparation of reports for submission to stakeholders as required.
• Identification and problem-solving issues with project implementation and data quality, including assisting in the development and application of data quality measures.
• Providing operational guidance on how to carry out data use workshops and meetings.
• Provide technical leadership for the National Data Quality Audit, and provide technical support to the national, provincial, and district levels.
• Provide support supervision to the District Health Management Teams.
• Provide technical leadership in the implementation and evaluation of the mother-baby pack.
• Represent AMPATH Program at workshops and other Forums related to M&E as directed by the M&E specialist.
• Liaise and network with other partners on M&E issues.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in public health, health policy, epidemiology, or related field.
• A PHD or proof of near completion of PHD will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years experience working in monitoring and evaluation, epidemiology, or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• Excellent understanding of data collection and data analysis methods are required.
• Excellent computer skills are required, including demonstrated expertise with SAS, Stata, R, or another statistical package.
• Experience working with governmental bodies as they relate to improving health outcomes at the community or facility levels a strong plus.
Terms of Employment
The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.
Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should submit their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of their current remuneration to:-
Program Manager
P. O. Box 4606-30100,
Eldoret
So as to reach him on or before 7th January 2011.
NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
AMPATH operates in 24 Government of Kenya health facilities and 24 additional satellite centers in Rift Valley, Nyanza and Western Provinces. AMPATH expanded its services from comprehensive HIV care and treatment to include Primary Health Care (PHC) and Chronic Disease Management (CDM).
AMPATH is also providing ’Monitoring & Evaluation Support for Phase I of the MTCT Free Zones in Rift Valley and Nyanza Provinces’, a project conducted jointly by the Government of Kenya, AMPATH, and UNICEF.
Position: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
We are seeking a full-time Monitoring and Evaluation Manager for project activities. The position will be based at the AMPATH Centre in Eldoret.
This position will also involve wide travelling within the western Kenya region and occasionally Nairobi The individual will report directly to the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist of the USAID-AMPATH Partnership.
Duties
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be primarily responsible for
• Develop and implement performance monitoring plans internally and for external stakeholders.
• Attending all meetings associated with this project at the District, Provincial, and National level.
• Working in collaboration with the Provincial Epidemiologists and other key stakeholders to draft and revise the necessary Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), data collection tools, and reporting templates.
• Preparation of reports for submission to stakeholders as required.
• Identification and problem-solving issues with project implementation and data quality, including assisting in the development and application of data quality measures.
• Providing operational guidance on how to carry out data use workshops and meetings.
• Provide technical leadership for the National Data Quality Audit, and provide technical support to the national, provincial, and district levels.
• Provide support supervision to the District Health Management Teams.
• Provide technical leadership in the implementation and evaluation of the mother-baby pack.
• Represent AMPATH Program at workshops and other Forums related to M&E as directed by the M&E specialist.
• Liaise and network with other partners on M&E issues.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in public health, health policy, epidemiology, or related field.
• A PHD or proof of near completion of PHD will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years experience working in monitoring and evaluation, epidemiology, or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• Excellent understanding of data collection and data analysis methods are required.
• Excellent computer skills are required, including demonstrated expertise with SAS, Stata, R, or another statistical package.
• Experience working with governmental bodies as they relate to improving health outcomes at the community or facility levels a strong plus.
Terms of Employment
The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.
Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should submit their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of their current remuneration to:-
Program Manager
P. O. Box 4606-30100,
Eldoret
So as to reach him on or before 7th January 2011.
NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
UNFPA Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Job Opportunities
UNFPA is announcing the above position on behalf of the United Nations Volunteer Programme. The Officer will be seated at the Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate, Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030.
Background
The United Nations Volunteer (UNV) will work to support the development of capacities for tracking and reporting on the implementation of the Medium Term Plan of Kenya Vision 2030.
The officer will be involved in the implementation of the Monitoring and Evaluation communications strategy to help demonstrate results to citizenry and market the M & E initiatives under the National Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation System (NIMES).
Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Science
• Postgraduate Diploma in Communications, and training on Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Proficient in current office software applications and corporate IT systems.
Experience
• At least 2 years of professional work experience in monitoring and evaluation.
Language Requirements
• Fluency in English is required.
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified persons can find further information should apply by submitting their curriculum vitae marked “Programme Officer NIMES UNFPA (NUNV) – Nairobi” by email to: cvs.unvkenya@gmail.com by January 10th 2011.
The title of the post must appear in the subject line.
Only short-listed candidates for the advertised position will be contacted.
Please visit the UNDP Kenya website for further information
http://www.ke.undp.org/vacancy/44
Additional considerations
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Background
The United Nations Volunteer (UNV) will work to support the development of capacities for tracking and reporting on the implementation of the Medium Term Plan of Kenya Vision 2030.
The officer will be involved in the implementation of the Monitoring and Evaluation communications strategy to help demonstrate results to citizenry and market the M & E initiatives under the National Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation System (NIMES).
Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Science
• Postgraduate Diploma in Communications, and training on Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Proficient in current office software applications and corporate IT systems.
Experience
• At least 2 years of professional work experience in monitoring and evaluation.
Language Requirements
• Fluency in English is required.
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified persons can find further information should apply by submitting their curriculum vitae marked “Programme Officer NIMES UNFPA (NUNV) – Nairobi” by email to: cvs.unvkenya@gmail.com by January 10th 2011.
The title of the post must appear in the subject line.
Only short-listed candidates for the advertised position will be contacted.
Please visit the UNDP Kenya website for further information
http://www.ke.undp.org/vacancy/44
Additional considerations
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
ACK Eldoret Project Officer Job in Kenya
ACK Eldoret Region, Christian Community Services is a rapidly growing non-profit Faith Based Organization dedicated to the expansion of economic opportunity and income for the poor in the North Rift, Kenya.
It carries out Participatory Development activities that enhance the competitiveness of agricultural and other industry “value chains” for the benefit of small-holder farmers and other market participants in the North Rift.
It also focuses on the identification and development of high potential entrepreneurs for the expansion of their businesses and generation of employment opportunity.
Anglican Church of Kenya - Eldoret,
Christian Community Services
Vacancy: Project Officer
Reports To: Programme Coordinator
Location: Eldoret, Kenya
General Information:
Primary Purpose & Function:
Duties and Responsibilities:• Ensure the project is implemented with sound managerial, technical, financial and human resources practices and that the processes and activities adhere to corporate policy, legal and contractual obligations and corporate and donor standards.
Knowledge & Expertise
• Degree in business-related studies or Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business Management or a related field required.
• Strong analytical and project managerial skills.
• Minimum of three years experience in business development and management, program design and planning.
• Field and technical experience with farmer co-operatives and / or agribusiness development in region is preferred
• Expertise in value chains and markets is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal / people management skills and excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili
• Strong private sector experience and entrepreneurial skills
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
To Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter (expressing how your knowledge, skills and abilities are a direct match for position description), salary history, Priest recommendation letter and three professional references to:
Head of Finance & Administration Officer
ACK Eldoret Region
P. O. Box 6495 – 30100,
Eldoret
All Applications to reach our Offices before 7th January 2011.
Only Short listed candidates will be conducted.
Women are encouraged to apply
It carries out Participatory Development activities that enhance the competitiveness of agricultural and other industry “value chains” for the benefit of small-holder farmers and other market participants in the North Rift.
It also focuses on the identification and development of high potential entrepreneurs for the expansion of their businesses and generation of employment opportunity.
Anglican Church of Kenya - Eldoret,
Christian Community Services
Vacancy: Project Officer
Reports To: Programme Coordinator
Location: Eldoret, Kenya
General Information:
Primary Purpose & Function:
Duties and Responsibilities:• Ensure the project is implemented with sound managerial, technical, financial and human resources practices and that the processes and activities adhere to corporate policy, legal and contractual obligations and corporate and donor standards.
Knowledge & Expertise
• Degree in business-related studies or Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business Management or a related field required.
• Strong analytical and project managerial skills.
• Minimum of three years experience in business development and management, program design and planning.
• Field and technical experience with farmer co-operatives and / or agribusiness development in region is preferred
• Expertise in value chains and markets is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal / people management skills and excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili
• Strong private sector experience and entrepreneurial skills
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
To Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter (expressing how your knowledge, skills and abilities are a direct match for position description), salary history, Priest recommendation letter and three professional references to:
Head of Finance & Administration Officer
ACK Eldoret Region
P. O. Box 6495 – 30100,
Eldoret
All Applications to reach our Offices before 7th January 2011.
Only Short listed candidates will be conducted.
Women are encouraged to apply
Indiana Institute for Global Health Restaurant Manager Job vacancy
Indiana Institute for Global Health – Kenya (IIGH-K) Ltd is recruiting Restaurant Manger. The organization in partnership with the Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare (AMPATH), has the main objective to improve the health and medical well-being of Kenyans, especially the communities affected by the HIV and AIDS pandemic.
IIGH-K Ltd manages several enterprises engaged in various industries (such as handicraft, hospitality and catering, vocational and horticulture).
It is a growing and innovative organization that seeks individuals who are highly competent, pro-active, and selfdriven.
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following vacancies within IIGH-K Ltd.
Job Title: Restaurant Manager (1 opening)
Based: IIGH-K Ltd, Eldoret
Reporting to: Managing Director
Date of Opening: Immediately
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and monitor all operations to ensure top performance (cooking, cleaning, service, marketing, regulations, etc).
• Oversee and monitor inventory management to ensure accountability for food stuffs, kitchen equipment, serving ware, and cleaning tools.
• Manage overall Cool Stream activities, including menu management and décor with Head Chef and Head Waiter.
• Resolve customer complaints and implement necessary improvements.
• Oversee performance management for all staff, including bi-weekly reviews, recommendations for hiring and firing.
• Schedule work hours and payments for staff.
• Oversee and document all purchases to ensure appropriate pricing and timely delivery.
• Schedule necessary maintenance and repair.
• Establish and track against financial targets to improve Cool Stream’s performance.
• Report financial performance and driving factors to management committee.
Qualifications
• Degree in Hospitality Management, or other relevant field
• Two years work experience at management level in the food service industry.
• Recommendation from previous employer.
• Strong management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing and quantitative skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Quickbooks
• Certificate for food and beverage
• Health vaccination
Terms of Employment
The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.
Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should submit their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of their current remuneration to:-
Program Manager
P. O. Box 4606-30100,
Eldoret
So as to reach him before 7th January 2011 .
NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB: For more for details log into: http://iighlink.com/
IIGH-K Ltd manages several enterprises engaged in various industries (such as handicraft, hospitality and catering, vocational and horticulture).
It is a growing and innovative organization that seeks individuals who are highly competent, pro-active, and selfdriven.
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following vacancies within IIGH-K Ltd.
Job Title: Restaurant Manager (1 opening)
Based: IIGH-K Ltd, Eldoret
Reporting to: Managing Director
Date of Opening: Immediately
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and monitor all operations to ensure top performance (cooking, cleaning, service, marketing, regulations, etc).
• Oversee and monitor inventory management to ensure accountability for food stuffs, kitchen equipment, serving ware, and cleaning tools.
• Manage overall Cool Stream activities, including menu management and décor with Head Chef and Head Waiter.
• Resolve customer complaints and implement necessary improvements.
• Oversee performance management for all staff, including bi-weekly reviews, recommendations for hiring and firing.
• Schedule work hours and payments for staff.
• Oversee and document all purchases to ensure appropriate pricing and timely delivery.
• Schedule necessary maintenance and repair.
• Establish and track against financial targets to improve Cool Stream’s performance.
• Report financial performance and driving factors to management committee.
Qualifications
• Degree in Hospitality Management, or other relevant field
• Two years work experience at management level in the food service industry.
• Recommendation from previous employer.
• Strong management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing and quantitative skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Quickbooks
• Certificate for food and beverage
• Health vaccination
Terms of Employment
The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.
Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should submit their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of their current remuneration to:-
Program Manager
P. O. Box 4606-30100,
Eldoret
So as to reach him before 7th January 2011 .
NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB: For more for details log into: http://iighlink.com/
UNFPA National Project Professional Personnel Jobs
UNFPA is recruiting National Professional Personnel (NPPP) and other positions in its Kenya Country Office (KCO). The positions are open to interested Kenyan nationals, who should submit their applications to the
undersigned address by Monday 10 January, 2011.
Candidates can also submit their applications by e-mail before the deadline.
Only short-listed candidates for the advertised positions will be contacted.
UNFPA reserves the right to support at the indicated or lower level.
Vacancy No.: VA/FPA/KEN/04/2010
Post Title: National Project Professional Personnel (NPPP), Gender Based Violence information Management Systems (GBV IMS)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to the field
Category: SB-4
Duration of Appointment: One year, renewable subject to need, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
Reporting to Director, National Commission on Gender and Development (NCGD)
Background
Gender based violence (GBV) is one of the human rights concerns that has lifelong implication
in terms of health and other social consequences that negatively impact on the survivor. The
outcomes are even graver in resource poor settings.
Currently the Gender Commission is implanting a Gender based violence information management system project that was born as a product of the post election violence that rocked and tested the resilience of our country in 2007/8 period.
The programme seeks to Develop of a National Gender-Based Violence Information Management System (GBVIMS) by providing a standard tool and methodology for data collection and analysis and generation of GBV disaggregated data for improved GBV Programming in Kenya.
Piloting has already taken place in various provincial and district hospitals in Kenya with GBV disaggregated data available in some areas.
Job Purpose
The Gender Based Violence (GBV) Information Management Systems (IMS) Officer will
coordinate the implementation of GBV IMS at the National Commission on Gender and Development (NCGD) as outlined in the UNFPA Kenya 2011 Annual Work Plan (AWP).
GBV IMS aims at setting up systems for the collection, analysis and dissemination of GBV data in
Kenya.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Director, of the National Commission on Gender and Development
(NCGD), the Officer will be responsible for the following:
• Design and the development of a Relational Database based system for the consolidation and detailed analysis of GBV IMS data from various service providers;
• Design of system reports for sharing of GBV data with key stakeholders;
• Update of the Gender Based Violence web site with the service providers list;
• Provide support for piloting of GBVIMIS in target areas including the conduct of feasibility studies and installation/upgrading of available systems
• Monitor the working of the GBV IMS implemented in various centers including (Naivasha District Hospital, Migori District Hospital, Thika District Hospital, CBOs/NGOs in Nairobi and Mombasa);
• Implement GBVIMS in 10 district Hospitals in Kenya;
• Support other partners in the GBV National Working Group in the implementation of the system when requested;
Expected Deliverables
• Monthly progress reports on the implementation of GBV IMS;
• Periodic analytical report on GBV produced and disseminated to stakeholders;
• Monitoring and evaluation report on the already established pilot GBV IMIS sites;
• Updated GBV web site;
Required Competencies
• The necessary business acumen
• Experience in the implementation of modern management systems
• A strongly client oriented attitude
• Integrity, commitment and respect for diversity
• Good communication, presentation and coaching skills as well as a team player.
• An ability for analytical and strategic thinking and results orientation
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Information Communication and Technology\ (ICT) with at least 5 years experience in database development, usage and management, data analysis, reporting n data sets and statistical software.
The candidate must possess excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel and database software,
including pivot table/chart.
Vacancy No.: VA/FPA/KEN/05/2010
Post Title: National Project Professional Personnel (NPPP), Gender and Economic Policy)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Category: SB-4
Duration of Appointment: One year, renewable subject to need, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
Reporting to: Director, National Commission on Gender and Development (NCGD)
Background
Gender Mainstreaming is a flagship project of Kenya’s First Medium Term for the long-term
vision 2030. The government of Kenya has established the Ministry of gender, children and
social development and the National Commission on Gender and Development as part of the
national machinery for the promotion of gender equality in Kenya.
The NCGD is a semi-autonomous National Commission established under the ministry of gender with a mandate to coordinate, implement and facilitate gender mainstreaming in national
development and to advise government on all aspects thereof.
A strategic issue of focus for the NCGD for ensuring transformative gender mainstreaming is addressing gender inequality in economic policies inter alia the distribution of national resources through institutionalization of Gender Responsive Budgeting at national and sub-national levels.
In support of this objective, the NCGD is collaborating with UNFPA in the enhancement of its capacity to research, analyze economic policies for national development planning. Towards this objective, UNFPA now seeks to hire a Programme Officer -Gender and Economic Policy to be based at the National Commission on Gender and Development.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinate the activities of the Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) taskforce of the National Commission on Gender and Development;
• Conduct capacity building training for target beneficiaries at national and decentralization levels Gender Responsive Budgeting;
• Support the monitoring of the national budgetary process and participate in sector working groups for the medium term expenditure frameworks;
• Advise the GRB taskforce and the NCGD on programme prioritization;
• Facilitate the development of indicators to ensure GRB in selected sectors;
• Facilitate policy analysis, research/data collection for Gender responsive budgeting;
Required Competencies
• The ability for advocacy and advancing a policy oriented agenda
• A track record in innovation and marketing of new approaches
• Integrity, commitment and respect for diversity
• Skills to manage relationships, communicate and develop people
• An ability for analytical and strategic thinking and results orientation
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position must possess a degree qualification in Economics, Public
Policy Management with/or Gender and Development studies /other related fields of study,
preferably at postgraduate level.
The candidate must have at least 3 years relevant experience in a private or public sector institution.
Applications with a current CV should be addressed to:
The UNFPA Representative
UN Complex Gigiri, Block Q, Room 205
P.O. Box 30218, 00100
Nairobi,
or Email address: recruit.unfpa@gmail.com
‘UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork,
respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to
maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’
Season Greetings to You and Your family. As you celebrate Christ, this is wishing you and your family a memorable christmas and splendid year ahead.
undersigned address by Monday 10 January, 2011.
Candidates can also submit their applications by e-mail before the deadline.
Only short-listed candidates for the advertised positions will be contacted.
UNFPA reserves the right to support at the indicated or lower level.
Vacancy No.: VA/FPA/KEN/04/2010
Post Title: National Project Professional Personnel (NPPP), Gender Based Violence information Management Systems (GBV IMS)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to the field
Category: SB-4
Duration of Appointment: One year, renewable subject to need, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
Reporting to Director, National Commission on Gender and Development (NCGD)
Background
Gender based violence (GBV) is one of the human rights concerns that has lifelong implication
in terms of health and other social consequences that negatively impact on the survivor. The
outcomes are even graver in resource poor settings.
Currently the Gender Commission is implanting a Gender based violence information management system project that was born as a product of the post election violence that rocked and tested the resilience of our country in 2007/8 period.
The programme seeks to Develop of a National Gender-Based Violence Information Management System (GBVIMS) by providing a standard tool and methodology for data collection and analysis and generation of GBV disaggregated data for improved GBV Programming in Kenya.
Piloting has already taken place in various provincial and district hospitals in Kenya with GBV disaggregated data available in some areas.
Job Purpose
The Gender Based Violence (GBV) Information Management Systems (IMS) Officer will
coordinate the implementation of GBV IMS at the National Commission on Gender and Development (NCGD) as outlined in the UNFPA Kenya 2011 Annual Work Plan (AWP).
GBV IMS aims at setting up systems for the collection, analysis and dissemination of GBV data in
Kenya.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Director, of the National Commission on Gender and Development
(NCGD), the Officer will be responsible for the following:
• Design and the development of a Relational Database based system for the consolidation and detailed analysis of GBV IMS data from various service providers;
• Design of system reports for sharing of GBV data with key stakeholders;
• Update of the Gender Based Violence web site with the service providers list;
• Provide support for piloting of GBVIMIS in target areas including the conduct of feasibility studies and installation/upgrading of available systems
• Monitor the working of the GBV IMS implemented in various centers including (Naivasha District Hospital, Migori District Hospital, Thika District Hospital, CBOs/NGOs in Nairobi and Mombasa);
• Implement GBVIMS in 10 district Hospitals in Kenya;
• Support other partners in the GBV National Working Group in the implementation of the system when requested;
Expected Deliverables
• Monthly progress reports on the implementation of GBV IMS;
• Periodic analytical report on GBV produced and disseminated to stakeholders;
• Monitoring and evaluation report on the already established pilot GBV IMIS sites;
• Updated GBV web site;
Required Competencies
• The necessary business acumen
• Experience in the implementation of modern management systems
• A strongly client oriented attitude
• Integrity, commitment and respect for diversity
• Good communication, presentation and coaching skills as well as a team player.
• An ability for analytical and strategic thinking and results orientation
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Information Communication and Technology\ (ICT) with at least 5 years experience in database development, usage and management, data analysis, reporting n data sets and statistical software.
The candidate must possess excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel and database software,
including pivot table/chart.
Vacancy No.: VA/FPA/KEN/05/2010
Post Title: National Project Professional Personnel (NPPP), Gender and Economic Policy)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Category: SB-4
Duration of Appointment: One year, renewable subject to need, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
Reporting to: Director, National Commission on Gender and Development (NCGD)
Background
Gender Mainstreaming is a flagship project of Kenya’s First Medium Term for the long-term
vision 2030. The government of Kenya has established the Ministry of gender, children and
social development and the National Commission on Gender and Development as part of the
national machinery for the promotion of gender equality in Kenya.
The NCGD is a semi-autonomous National Commission established under the ministry of gender with a mandate to coordinate, implement and facilitate gender mainstreaming in national
development and to advise government on all aspects thereof.
A strategic issue of focus for the NCGD for ensuring transformative gender mainstreaming is addressing gender inequality in economic policies inter alia the distribution of national resources through institutionalization of Gender Responsive Budgeting at national and sub-national levels.
In support of this objective, the NCGD is collaborating with UNFPA in the enhancement of its capacity to research, analyze economic policies for national development planning. Towards this objective, UNFPA now seeks to hire a Programme Officer -Gender and Economic Policy to be based at the National Commission on Gender and Development.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinate the activities of the Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) taskforce of the National Commission on Gender and Development;
• Conduct capacity building training for target beneficiaries at national and decentralization levels Gender Responsive Budgeting;
• Support the monitoring of the national budgetary process and participate in sector working groups for the medium term expenditure frameworks;
• Advise the GRB taskforce and the NCGD on programme prioritization;
• Facilitate the development of indicators to ensure GRB in selected sectors;
• Facilitate policy analysis, research/data collection for Gender responsive budgeting;
Required Competencies
• The ability for advocacy and advancing a policy oriented agenda
• A track record in innovation and marketing of new approaches
• Integrity, commitment and respect for diversity
• Skills to manage relationships, communicate and develop people
• An ability for analytical and strategic thinking and results orientation
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position must possess a degree qualification in Economics, Public
Policy Management with/or Gender and Development studies /other related fields of study,
preferably at postgraduate level.
The candidate must have at least 3 years relevant experience in a private or public sector institution.
Applications with a current CV should be addressed to:
The UNFPA Representative
UN Complex Gigiri, Block Q, Room 205
P.O. Box 30218, 00100
Nairobi,
or Email address: recruit.unfpa@gmail.com
‘UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork,
respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to
maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’
Season Greetings to You and Your family. As you celebrate Christ, this is wishing you and your family a memorable christmas and splendid year ahead.
Business Development and Accounting Job vacancy in an NGO
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
JOB VACANCY
Riders for health (known as rider) is a humanitarian non-governmental organization in Africa. Our vision never wavers: it is of a world in which no one will die of an easily preventable or curable disease because barriers of distance, terrain or poverty prevent them from being reached. We engage in order to actualize this vision. In
line with expansion programme in order to have a nationwide coverage of servicing our clients where ever they may be and also effectively engage in more and expanded fleet management, the services of the following are needed in this reputable organization for the Nigeria programmme in these locations.
ABUJA, ENUGUN, BAUCHI, CALABAR, LAGOS
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (ABUJA)
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
DATA/ACCOUNTS OFFICERS
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and COMPETENCIES
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE UNIT MANAGERS
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
Assists in the establishment, revision and implementation of policies and procedures for the unit establish direction for unit activities, plan priorities and work flow
REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
AUTO MECHANICS
AUTO ELECTRICIANS
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS ANDCOMPETENCIES
HOW TO APPLY
Interested persons should send application letters and recent curriculum vitae not later than 13 days of this publication to eogbogu@riders.org
RIDERS is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit our web site www.riders.org for more details on the organization.
Riders for health (known as rider) is a humanitarian non-governmental organization in Africa. Our vision never wavers: it is of a world in which no one will die of an easily preventable or curable disease because barriers of distance, terrain or poverty prevent them from being reached. We engage in order to actualize this vision. In
line with expansion programme in order to have a nationwide coverage of servicing our clients where ever they may be and also effectively engage in more and expanded fleet management, the services of the following are needed in this reputable organization for the Nigeria programmme in these locations.
ABUJA, ENUGUN, BAUCHI, CALABAR, LAGOS
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (ABUJA)
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
- Able to manage sales and business development in the automobile repairs
- Be able to develop marketing plans and customer presentations and proposals so as to meet or exceed agreed quota
- Prepare and update accurate sales forecasts, pipelines and report customers complaints to the technical team
REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- B.SC in a Business related discipline; Postgraduate degree is an added advantage
- Experience in a business minded establishment is required
- A good knowledge and relationship within the international and government circles
- Outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, well organized with excellent attention to details
DATA/ACCOUNTS OFFICERS
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
- Ensure collection of payments from clients and creditors
- Inputs sales and purchases involves, cross check billings etc
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and COMPETENCIES
- B.SC or HND in Accountancy
- Show a practical accounting experience
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE UNIT MANAGERS
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
Assists in the establishment, revision and implementation of policies and procedures for the unit establish direction for unit activities, plan priorities and work flow
REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- B.Eng or HND in Mechanical Engineering with reasonable experience in workshop management
- Demonstrable working knowledge in auto mechanical/electrical experience
AUTO MECHANICS
AUTO ELECTRICIANS
KEY RESPONSIBILITY
- Engage in the repairs and servicing of all spec and sizes of automobiles
REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS ANDCOMPETENCIES
- Be competent and skillful in automobile works
- Have vast working knowledge and experience in all spec and sizes of automobile
HOW TO APPLY
Interested persons should send application letters and recent curriculum vitae not later than 13 days of this publication to eogbogu@riders.org
RIDERS is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit our web site www.riders.org for more details on the organization.
NGO Job Vacancy in Nigeria-Community Mobilisation Programme Manger
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Action Against Hunger NGO Vacancy for Community Mobilization Program Manager (Yobe)
Location: Nigeria – Damaturu
Job Objectives:
Objective 1: To conduct a rapid socio cultural assessment in the intervention context and define a CMAM community mobilization/awareness strategy.
• Assess the intervention context in identification of key informants, communication channels and best practices in awareness/mobilization activities with state and LGA stakeholders.
• Define a community awareness/mobilization strategy for the CMAM integration approach in North Nigeria in collaboration with the Nutrition PM.
• Define tools and methodology for the overall CMAM community awareness/mobilization strategy in the field in terms of communication with beneficiaries and communities in intervention areas (indirect or non-beneficiaries of the program). This will involve training modules for community volunteers, radio messaging, newspaper publication, etc. in accordance with assessment findings.
• Ensure integration of sensitization on ACF mandate, charter, and values as a component of the strategy.
• To define a guide for the CMAM community awareness/mobilization strategy and integrate the main tools and presentation documents in its implementation. The result will be a simple CMAM awareness/mobilization sensitization package to be used in the field.
Objective 2: To implement the CMAM community awareness/mobilization strategy.
Community sensitization:
• Plan and conduct community sensitization with key informants.
• Plan and support implementation of other community sensitization activities such as radio messaging, newspaper, etc.
Community volunteers:
• Identify volunteer network in collaboration with local authorities and local committees that may be functional at village level. The area should be defined and covered in relation to catchment area defined for nutritional activities.
• Plan and support conduction of trainings for community volunteers.
• Develop ‘motivation strategy’ (caps, t-shirts, etc.) and ensure that design and order of items are finalized in timely manner in collaboration with the nutrition PM and log department.
Objective 3: To define follow-up and evaluation tools for the community strategy.
• Develop and define basic tools that can allow for follow-up of community mobilization.
• Collect preliminary information that will support Semi Quantitative Evaluation of Access and Coverage (SQUEAC) surveys.
Objective 4: To ensure the training of ACF teams in community communication and mobilization.
• To train teams on the communication methods and application tools developed according to outputs from previous objectives.
• Reporting: document the products for each project for capitalization of the approach.
Qualifications:
Education / Specific Degrees / Special Skills :
- Masters’ degree in Public Health, Health Promotion Sciences, Community Approach and Communication related topic or other relevant subject. Extensive successful experience in community based approaches will be considered.
- At least 2 years experience in the development field
- Strong community approach background
- Dynamic with sensitivity to cultural perceptions in order to fulfill the task adequately.
- Capacity to innovate and integrate strategy within a given context
- Good adult education techniques and understanding
- Strong capacity for strategy definition in collaboration with three technical sectors.
- Strong training capacity
- Effective monitoring and evaluation skills on health-nutrition-hygiene promotion activities
- Commitment to community based approaches for best outcomes for the targeted population
Humanitarian field experience requested: YES
How to apply
Please apply online here:
Reference Code: RW_8BQLRV-54
Location: Nigeria – Damaturu
Job Objectives:
Objective 1: To conduct a rapid socio cultural assessment in the intervention context and define a CMAM community mobilization/awareness strategy.
• Assess the intervention context in identification of key informants, communication channels and best practices in awareness/mobilization activities with state and LGA stakeholders.
• Define a community awareness/mobilization strategy for the CMAM integration approach in North Nigeria in collaboration with the Nutrition PM.
• Define tools and methodology for the overall CMAM community awareness/mobilization strategy in the field in terms of communication with beneficiaries and communities in intervention areas (indirect or non-beneficiaries of the program). This will involve training modules for community volunteers, radio messaging, newspaper publication, etc. in accordance with assessment findings.
• Ensure integration of sensitization on ACF mandate, charter, and values as a component of the strategy.
• To define a guide for the CMAM community awareness/mobilization strategy and integrate the main tools and presentation documents in its implementation. The result will be a simple CMAM awareness/mobilization sensitization package to be used in the field.
Objective 2: To implement the CMAM community awareness/mobilization strategy.
Community sensitization:
• Plan and conduct community sensitization with key informants.
• Plan and support implementation of other community sensitization activities such as radio messaging, newspaper, etc.
Community volunteers:
• Identify volunteer network in collaboration with local authorities and local committees that may be functional at village level. The area should be defined and covered in relation to catchment area defined for nutritional activities.
• Plan and support conduction of trainings for community volunteers.
• Develop ‘motivation strategy’ (caps, t-shirts, etc.) and ensure that design and order of items are finalized in timely manner in collaboration with the nutrition PM and log department.
Objective 3: To define follow-up and evaluation tools for the community strategy.
• Develop and define basic tools that can allow for follow-up of community mobilization.
• Collect preliminary information that will support Semi Quantitative Evaluation of Access and Coverage (SQUEAC) surveys.
Objective 4: To ensure the training of ACF teams in community communication and mobilization.
• To train teams on the communication methods and application tools developed according to outputs from previous objectives.
• Reporting: document the products for each project for capitalization of the approach.
Qualifications:
Education / Specific Degrees / Special Skills :
- Masters’ degree in Public Health, Health Promotion Sciences, Community Approach and Communication related topic or other relevant subject. Extensive successful experience in community based approaches will be considered.
- At least 2 years experience in the development field
- Strong community approach background
- Dynamic with sensitivity to cultural perceptions in order to fulfill the task adequately.
- Capacity to innovate and integrate strategy within a given context
- Good adult education techniques and understanding
- Strong capacity for strategy definition in collaboration with three technical sectors.
- Strong training capacity
- Effective monitoring and evaluation skills on health-nutrition-hygiene promotion activities
- Commitment to community based approaches for best outcomes for the targeted population
Humanitarian field experience requested: YES
How to apply
Please apply online here:
Reference Code: RW_8BQLRV-54
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