Chief Planning, Research and Development Officer Job in Kenya - Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA)

Chief Planning, Research and Development Officer

1 Position

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation.

It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide.

It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

The Position

The Research and Development Function entails:
• identification of new areas for research and functional improvement;
• liaising with stakeholders and donors for research funding;
• undertaking research on identified aspects;
• documentation and dissemination of findings;
• recommending appropriate measures on findings;
• Initiating implementation of identified solutions to the research findings; and
• evaluation of catchment plans & proposals identified for research.
The Planning Function entails policy formulation, monitoring and evaluation; project planning, implementation and management; and initiating Performance Contracting strategies and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Identification of new areas for research and functional improvement; liaising with stakeholders and donors for research funding; undertaking research on identified aspects; documentation and dissemination of findings; recommending appropriate measures on findings; Initiating implementation of identified solutions to the research findings; and evaluation of catchment plans identified for research.

The Planning Function entails policy formulation, monitoring and evaluation; project planning, implementation and management; and initiating Performance Contracting strategies and objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or related field with a minimum of 4 yrs experience in a similar role and a Master’s Degree in any of the above disciplines.
• Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance and results,
• Demonstrated ability in production of implementable research proposals
• Relevant practical experience in a large organization.
Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Management Authority
P.O. Box 45250-00100, Nairobi
Or E-mail: recruitment@wrma.or.ke

Submission of these applications close on Thursday November 17, 2011

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Click Here to Download the Application Form

Concern Worldwide Nutritional Consultancy Survey Terms of Reference

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Concern South Sudan programme announces the following consultancy for its programme in Northern Bar el Ghazal state.

Nutritional Consultancy Survey

Background and Rational

Concern Worldwide has been working in Aweil West and North counties since May 1998 in the fields of food security, relief, nutrition interventions and more recently water/ sanitation, education and health.

Although the water/sanitation and education program was closed by the end of 2010. In March 2003, Concern initiated a Community-based Therapeutic Care (CTC) project in Aweil West and North, with support from Valid International, following elevated levels of malnutrition resulting from a very poor harvest the previous year.

The Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM, formally known as CTC) response has continued, but it’s main components - supplementary feeding for moderate acute malnutrition (SFP); outpatient therapeutic programme (OTP) for children with uncomplicated severe acute malnutrition; inpatient therapeutic programme (ITP or Stabilization Centre) for children with complicated severe acute malnutrition and community mobilisation – have been largely integrated into the broader primary health care programme that Concern began
implementing in 2007.

Main roles and responsibilities:
• To determine the prevalence of global and severe acute Malnutrition among children aged 6-59 months, estimate both under 5 and crude retrospective death rates in three months prior to survey, immunization coverage for BCG, Measles and DPT 3 among children;
• To determine coverage of key health services, nutritional status of mothers, caregivers knowledge and practice regarding infant, prevention of Malaria, diarrhea, pneumonia and HIV/AIDS,
• To establish water source, management at households level, presence and use of latrine, nutrition trends, status, formulate and provide practical, sustainable intervention based on the survey findings to improve the nutrition status of the population;




For more details on the ToR, please write to the address below or write to nairobi.hr@concern.net


Qualification required:

Qualified and experienced consultant with health and Nutritional Background;

The successful candidate will be based at Aweil West County.

Women candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their applications and Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the address below to our office not later than 28th February 2011.

Mailing Address:

Human Resources Manager,
Concern worldwide,
P.O Box 104, Hai Negley, Juba Southern Sudan.

Email: apply.hrssp@concern.net

CDCL HR, IT Associate Consultants, Researchers and Associate Statisticians Jobs

CDCL is a management consulting firm providing support to the public and private sectors. We have offices and associates in East Africa, Southern Africa and most of the COMESA countries.

Our main areas of specialization include:
• Public finance Management;
• Financial and economic modeling;
• Business planning and strategy;
• Organization reforms, development and strengthening;
• Capacity building; and
• Human resource management.
We are currently looking for Associate Consultants in the following fields of specialization:

Associate Consultants in Human Resource Management

The successful candidates will have:
• A Masters Degree in the relevant field
• A minimum of five years consulting experience
• Experience in the following sectors will be an added advantage:
1. Water
2. Transport
3. Education

Associate Consultant in Information Technology

The successful candidates will have:
• A Masters Degree in the relevant field;
• At least three years consulting experience;
• Knowledge of Public Sector Operations especially in Integrated Financial Information Management Systems (IFMIS); and
• Knowledge of commonly used Financial Operational Packages will be an added advantage.

Researchers

The successful candidates will have:
• A Masters Degree in relevant fields of Social, Economic and Financial matters;
• At least 3 years experience in research.
Associate Statisticians

The successful candidates will meet the following minimum requirements:
• A Masters Degree in Statistics
• At least three years experience
• Have practical experience in use of various statistical packages like SPSS etc.
If you meet any of the above criteria please e-mail your CV to info@cdclconsult.com

The deadline is on 15th March 2011.

Product Manager Job - Octopus ICT Solutions

We are seeking for a Product Manager who is mature, results oriented, highly qualified and an experienced professional in the ICT environment.

Minimum Requirements
• Holder of Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business related field with an ICT bias.
• At least 4 years’ experience in product development and must be innovative, creative and results oriented.
• Strong interpersonal communication and analytical skills and ability to execute business plans and concepts effectively.
• Ability to conceptualize research and evaluate new ideas objectively from a market and financial stand point.
• Knowledge of sales, marketing and capacity building.
• Verifiable references.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Ms excel and PowerPoint.)
• Proficiency in ERPS

Remuneration

Salary offered will be related and dependent on applicant’s level of experience.

Interested Candidates must apply before the 15th of March 2011 via Email at: jobs@octopusict.com.

Applicants who will not have heard from the company by the 17th of March should consider their application not successful.

KIM Company Secretary, Relationship Manager, Research Manager and KIM Annual Business Awards Manager Jobs

The Kenya Institute of Management - a leading not-for-profit membership-based management and business development organization - seeks to fill the following positions.

Company Secretary

To build on its current success, KIM is looking for an individual to offer it company secretarial services. The position will report functionally to the KIM Council and administratively to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities
• Ensuring compliance with the organizations Memorandum and Articles of Association
• Ensuring all Council meetings comply with the relevant laws, Articles, Rules and Regulations as promulgated from time to time
• Calling Council meetings in liaison with the Executive Director
• Taking minutes during Council and Council committee meetings
• Filing the Institutes Annual Returns as provided for in the laws of the land
• Ensuring all aspects of governance is well taken care of in Institute operations particularly at Council level.

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• A Bachelor of Laws degree
• Holder of a CPS(K) in good standing
• At least 5 years relevant experience in the same capacity in a reputable organization
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and networking skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in use of computer packages.

Relationship Manager, Organizational Performance Index (OPI)

Job Summary

OPI is an excellence model developed to create viable institutions that can compete and win at a global level. Through an assessment process, OPI enables organizations to drive performance excellence and ultimately improve their competitiveness.

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Organizational Excellence Secretariat, the Relationship Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing the implementation of OPI and also organizing the Company of the Year (COYA) awards, which are determined through the OPI process.

Key Responsibilities
• Market the OPI program to current and prospective organizations
• Identify business needs in organizations and translate these into innovative and creative strategy
• Design and implement a communication strategy to facilitate brand awareness for the excellence model
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of market and economic activity and analyze their impact on business environment
• Build excellent relationships with consultants, and other relevant internal and external contacts to ensure high levels of service are maintained
• Pursue partnerships and engage in resource mobilization for the support of the excellence model
• Take the lead role in ensuring that participating organization’s representatives are trained on the Business

Excellence Programs
• Organize forums associated with the excellence model
• Develop and maintain an excellent level of product knowledge
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of Management reports to participating organizations
• Play a key role in the continual improvement of assessment tools
• Oversee the organization of the annual Company of the Year (COYA) Awards.

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• A bachelor’s degree in Business or Commerce, and a relevant post graduate qualification
• Excellent, presentation skills and proven relationship management experience
• Demonstrable creative problem solving skills
• Developed interpersonal and negotiation skills
• At least 5 years relevant experience in the same capacity in a reputable organization
• Capacity to manage complex projects with ease.

Manager, Standards and Research

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Organizational Excellence Secretariat, this role will be responsible for collating, disseminating and encouraging the use of world class sector standards. The role also oversees research strategies to facilitate continuous improvement of the OPI program.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop a database of international sector performance standards and disseminate for use in organizational assessments
• Design and oversee the delivery of a research strategy for the OPI program
• Build and sustain relationships with participating organizations to ensure effective access to data for research purposes
• Design systems and processes of soliciting information and knowledge regarding future OPI requirements to collectively address new opportunities
• Carry out regular surveys to measure customer satisfaction of OPI stakeholders and disseminate the findings to appropriate divisions
• Facilitate the development and dissemination of Case studies emanating from the OPI process
• Ensure that the technical teams are well equipped with information emanating from research that lead to the provision of quality assessments
• Present innovative concepts and new product/service ideas for internal/external programs on an ongoing basis

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• A Master’s degree in a business related field and qualifications in research
• At least 4 years of working experience in a research capacity within a busy business environment
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Good grasp Management principles and indicators of performance within an organization
• Must have business acumen
• Ability to analyze information and reach logical conclusions.

Manager KIM-Annual Business Awards (KABA) IOPI

Job Summary

KABA is an annual exercise that seeks to identify and publicly recognize SMEs that demonstrate excellence and integrity in their management and leadership practices.

The SMEs will be assessed using the Organizational Performance Index (OPI) excellence tool.

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Centre for Enterprise Development, the Manager, KABA/OPI SMEs will be responsible for the implementation of the Award Program specifically for nurturing and growing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

Key Responsibilities
• Recruit enterprises and institutions for assessment and recognition and ensure that through the OPI assessment process the participants gain value
• Establish linkages with apex bodies to KABA/OPI through their membership base
• Seek sponsorship from organizations such as donor agencies, commercial banks, MFIs and the private sector to facilitate smooth running of the program
• Facilitate effective and prompt communications with partners of the awards scheme, secretariat and the participating companies
• Draw and implement an annual budget for OPI assessment process and the KABA awards and monitor proper usage of resources
• Organize and/or coordinate all activities leading to the Awards Gala Night
• Edit and facilitate the presentation of the OPI management reports to participating organizations and obtaining any feedback back to the secretariat
• Organize and/or coordinate all post gala night activities like the CEO’s forums, and intercompany visits for knowledge sharing
• Implement a performance driven culture and ensure high morale and motivation of all persons in the Centre and consultants
• Organize conferences/seminars that address SME issues.

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• Masters degree in Business, Economics or Entrepreneurship or any other related field
• Professional qualifications in Marketing, Project Management or Financial Management
• A minimum of 4 years experience in a similar position or its equivalent
• Proficiency in the use of computer packages such as word-processing, spreadsheets etc
• Team player with good communication, presentation and public speaking skills.

Performance Standards
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Speedy response to client enquiries
• Attention to detail
• Maintain high standards of professionalism
• Achieving targets.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who satisfy the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed resume, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees.

The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 11th March 2011.

KIM is an equal opportunity employer

Visit our website, www.kim.ac.ke, for more information about KIM.

The Human Resource Manager
The Kenya Institute of Management
P.O. Box 43706 - 00100
Nairobi

Email: hr@kim.ac.ke

Uraia Trust Jobs

Our client, Uraia Trust, was first established as a programme (the Kenya National Civic Education Programme, popularly known as Uraia) and implemented between August 2000 and September 2002 through a partnership of a group of development partners and Civil Society
Organisations (CSOs) ¡n Kenya.

The programme aimed at consolidating a mature political culture ¡n which citizens are more aware of, and fully exercise their rights and responsibilities, as well as participate effectively in
broadening democracy.

Initially, the key focus of Uraia was more on facilitating the engagement of a number of civil society actors to push for reform across a range of key issues such as the constitutional review,
boundaries review and electoral reform among others.

This has since changed to focus on civic engagement to accompany civic education to enable a more holistic and integrated approach ¡n achieving Uraia’s goals and objectives. The aim is to establish a fully owned and operational organisation by Kenyans as per the aspirations of Kenyans.

Uraia therefore seeks to develop the people of Kenya to have a sense of belonging and identity that is shaped by being one people in one nation. In this regard, the programme transitioned from its current state to a new entity, Uraia Trust ¡n line with its Strategic Plan (2010-2014).

In addition, Urala ¡s undergoing a transformation process to become a truly Kenyan organisation
with a corporate personality, capable of perpetual succession and having the autonomy necessary to steer the programme as it deepens its civic education and engagement in Kenya.

It is in light of this that Uraia Trust seeks to recruit high calibre, results oriented and self driven professionals with integrity to take up the following leadership positions:
• Executive Director;
• Head of Programmes;
• Head of Support Services;
• Finance Manager;
• Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Manager;
• Civic Engagement Manager; and
• Civic Education Manager.

The offer

The leadership team will be required to provide strategic and operational direction to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of projects/programmes according to work plans; actively participate in programme team meetings and ensure high quality execution of project/programme activities; provide information to assist with resource planning; and provide value-add advice in their relevant areas.

These are challenging and exciting roles that provide the qualifying candidates with the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realisation of Uraia Trust’s goals and objectives.

Detailed job profiles and reference numbers can be accessed on www.eastafrica.kpmg.com

If your career aspirations match these exciting opportunities, please write ¡n confidence quoting the position title and reference number on the subject of the e-mail or cover letter on or before 9 March 2011. Enclose your curriculum vitae containing a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and send to:

Executive Selection Division
KPMG Kenya, Lonrho House
16th Floor, Standard Street
p o Box 4061 2-00100
Nairobi
Fax: 254-20-2215695

E-mail: uraiatrust@kpmg.co.ke

AFIDEP Policy and Knowledge Translation Scientist and Officer Jobs

AFIDEP is a non-profit policy think-tank whose purpose is to facilitate the synthesis, translation and utilization of research evidence in policy-making, program design, and resource allocation in Africa.

AFIDEP, which has its Head office in Nairobi, is seeking highly qualified and self-motivated individuals to fill the following positions.

Policy and Knowledge Translation Scientist

Main Duties:
• Translate research evidence into concise policy and program recommendations and documents;
• conduct policy and program environment analyses;
• pro-actively promote application of research findings in decision-making processes;
• strengthen national, regional and international partnerships;
• fundraise; and publish policy-oriented research in journals.

Key Requirements:
• PhD in social sciences or public health;
• minimum of 2 years postdoctoral experience;
• track record in publishing policy-related research in reputable peer reviewed journals;
• strong analytical skills, including hands-on experience using quantitative and qualitative software packages;
• proposal writing and fundraising experience;
• excellent writing and communication skills.

Policy and Knowledge Translation Officer

Main Duties:
• Data analysis and translation of research evidence into concise policy and program recommendations and documents, including policy briefs;
• manage knowledge translation and advocacy programs;
• support policy and program environment analyses;
• facilitate and strengthen national, regional and international partnerships for knowledge transfer.

Key Requirements:
• Masters degree in statistics, economics or epidemiology;
• minimum of 2 years of relevant experience;
• evidence of scientific publications;
• quantitative and qualitative analytical skills;
• ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders;
• experience in developing policy briefs and web-based advocacy materials; and
• excellent writing and communication skills.

Detailed descriptions for these positions can be found on our website at: www.afidep.org

These positions will be for a period of 2 years, with possibility of extension.

A competitive remuneration package will be offered commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants are required to send their 1) one-page cover letter, 2) CV (including three relevant referees), and 3) two page statement detailing career goals and interests not later than 11th March, 2011 to:

Administration Officer
African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP),
P.O. Box 14688-00800, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya

Email: info@afidep.org

Construction Researcher Job Vacancy

Construction Researcher

Job Ref: BA/CR/24

About this position

Our client is looking an innovative Construction Researcher to take up the R&D role within our construction team so as to continuously query, interrogate, investigate and improve both our construction processes and products.

The individual must be very comfortable working with processes and procedures as applied in low -income settlements and should be able to appreciate the unique dynamics of the construction process in these environments.

More specifically:
• The individual will be carrying on research on building components, building materials, technical construction processes and construction management processes.
• The task involves repeated and iterative improvement of quality requiring inquiring into old established methods already in use, at a very basic and fundamental level. It also requires meticulous attention to detail.
• In addition to carrying out research internally, the individual will need to be in touch with appropriate low-tech, low-income technologies around the world as familiarity with these shall be essential in informing research planning.
• Working in informal settlements can be very challenging and often requires many situational difficulties that arise as a result of working in these conditions. The individual will need to be comfortable being requested to re-programme their work at short notice in order to address unexpected site occurrences from time to time.
• Besides ensuring that R & D proceeds effectively, the researcher will be expected possess a ‘think-outside-the-box’ orientation as this forms the basis for fundamentally overhauling the current processes and products in an effort to achieve the research objectives.

Other responsibilities include:
• Review of anthropometric, ergonomic and spatial dimensions in currently in use, with a view to revising classroom sizes, furniture, etc.
• Review of indoor comfort levels in order to revise the ventilation and lighting provisions.
• Review of structural systems, materials and methods of construction.
• Research on sewerage disposal in informal settlements in order to recommend appropriate solutions in the various site scenarios that arise.
• Research on pavements, walling materials, roofing materials, doors, windows, etcetera, in order to seek cost-effective and appropriate in-use alternatives.
• Research on cost-effective and process-enhancing delivery methodologies for production management, materials management, quality control, process engineering and value management.

About You
• Minimum of 7 to 10 years experience in research in low-cost technologies preferably in existing low-income settlements.
• An expert level knowledge of how to effectively carry out R&D for a very high level of innovation and creativity in solution seeking..
• Must be able to manage competing demands, accept criticism and constructive feedback, while being extremely adaptable and flexible.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required
• Ability to identify potential new areas of improvement and research communicate them clearly to the Head of Department.
• Good people management skills that result in timely completion of deliverables.
• Be willing to delve into all aspects of the school construction, to ‘improve the already-perfect’.

Deadline for applications: 7th March 2011

If you meet the above requirements send your CV and application letter to info@byappointmentafrica.com.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Vector Health International Research Director, Agronomist Jobs in Arusha Tanzania

Position: Director of Research & Development Centre in Arusha Tanzania

Vector Health International, a joint venture between Sumitomo Chemical (Japan) and A to Z Textiles Mills LTD (Tanzania) is opening a position for a Director of a new Technical Resource Centre in Arusha, Tanzania.

This centre will develop and test new products, especially insecticide treated materials, for crop protection and vector control.

Candidates will be either agronomist specialized in plant protection or biologist specialized in medical entomology and control of vectors.

Training level: PhD with minimum 5 years of experience.

Interested candidates should send CV and application letter by E-mail before March 7th to: info@azpfl.com , with reference:”TRCA position 1”.

Position: Agronomist in Research & Development Centre in Arusha Tanzania

Vector Health International, a joint venture between Sumitomo Chemical (Japan) and A to Z Textiles Mills LTD (Tanzania) is opening a position for a scientist in a new Technical Resource Centre in Arusha, Tanzania.

This centre will develop and test new products, especially insecticide treated materials, for crop protection and vector control. Candidates will be agronomists specialized in plant protection.

Training level: PhD.

Interested candidates should send CV and application letter by E-mail before March 7th to: info@azpfl.com , with reference:”TRCA position 2”.

Position: Chemist in Research & Development Centre in Arusha Tanzania

Vector Health International, a joint venture between Sumitomo Chemical (Japan) and A to Z Textiles Mills LTD (Tanzania) is opening a position for a scientist in a new Technical Resource Centre in Arusha, Tanzania.

This centre will develop and test new products, especially insecticide treated materials, for crop protection and vector control. Candidates will be chemists with experience in quality control of pesticide products.

Training level: Minimum MSC.

Interested candidates should send CV and application letter by E-mail before March 7th to: info@azpfl.com , with reference:”TRCA position 3”.

Short-listed candidates will be interviewed in Arusha in March 15th & 16th 2011.

Construction Researcher Job - Bridge International Academies

Construction Researcher

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a startup revolutionizing education across Africa with a truly unique business model. The company has launched a large-scale franchise-like network of ultra low-cost for-profit private primary schools across Africa.

Our schools profitably deliver high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, enabling local school managers to operate their school businesses profitably, while creating a highly successful business at the central level. We now have 25 schools in Kenya, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students.

About this position

Bridge International Academies is looking an innovative Construction Researcher to take up the R&D role within our construction team so as to continuously query, interrogate, investigate and improve both our construction processes and products.

The individual must be very comfortable working with processes and procedures as applied in low -income settlements and should be able to appreciate the unique dynamics of the construction process in these environments.

More specifically:
• The individual will be carrying on research on building components, building materials, technical construction processes and construction management processes.
• The task involves repeated and iterative improvement of quality requiring inquiring into old established methods already in use, at a very basic and fundamental level. It also requires meticulous attention to detail.
• In addition to carrying out research internally, the individual will need to be in touch with appropriate low-tech, low-income technologies around the world as familiarity with these shall be essential in informing research planning.
• Working in informal settlements can be very challenging and often requires many situational difficulties that arise as a result of working in these conditions. The individual will need to be comfortable being requested to re-programme their work at short notice in order to address unexpected site occurrences from time to time.
• Besides ensuring that R & D proceeds effectively, the researcher will be expected possess a ‘think-outside-the-box’ orientation as this forms the basis for fundamentally overhauling the current processes and products in an effort to achieve the research objectives.

Other responsibilities include:
• Review of anthropometric, ergonomic and spatial dimensions in currently in use, with a view to revising classroom sizes, furniture, etc.
• Review of indoor comfort levels in order to revise the ventilation and lighting provisions.
• Review of structural systems, materials and methods of construction.
• Research on sewerage disposal in informal settlements in order to recommend appropriate solutions in the various site scenarios that arise.
• Research on pavements, walling materials, roofing materials, doors, windows, etcetera, in order to seek cost-effective and appropriate in-use alternatives.
• Research on cost-effective and process-enhancing delivery methodologies for production management, materials management, quality control, process engineering and value management.

About You
• Minimum of 7 to 10 years experience in research in low-cost technologies preferably in existing low-income settlements.
• An expert level knowledge of how to effectively carry out R&D for a very high level of innovation and creativity in solution seeking..
• Must be able to manage competing demands, accept criticism and constructive feedback, while being extremely adaptable and flexible.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required
• Ability to identify potential new areas of improvement and research communicate them clearly to the Head of Department.
• Good people management skills that result in timely completion of deliverables.
• Be willing to delve into all aspects of the school construction, to ‘improve the already-perfect’.

How to apply

Applicants should go to Bridge International Academies website – job postings - where all the new jobs are listed

Synovate Uganda Research Manager, Tanzania Social Research Manager and Tanzania Research Executive Job Vacancies

Are you Curious?

An exciting business seeks an exciting individual...

Are You the One?

Synovate is a prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub-Saharan Africa.

We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business and social issues.

Research Manager – Uganda

The Role:
• Responsible for both accounts and individual projects within a quantitative remit, for growing business within the specialism from both existing and new clients, managing and leading the research team in terms of development, efficiency, staff continuity, capacity and research. This function takes on both a management role as well as a technical role.
• Ensure profitability of all projects at proposal and work stage.
• Enable Synovate Uganda to maintain the cutting edge in terms of personnel, research methodologies, knowledge and insights. This involves an influence on the strategic direction and operating plan of the business through reporting on emerging opportunities and threats, and providing a consistent and integrated view of customers through the interpretation of market and customer data.
• Developing & strengthening relationships with current and potential clients.
• Ensuring the team’s focus is in alignment with Synovate Global & Synovate Pan Africa strategic focus.
• Support sales through input into research design for key clients as well as insights into results obtained from research conducted for key clients.
• People management in the research team in terms of recruiting, training, retention and promotion, allocating and monitoring work.

The Person:

To be successful in this role you will have:
• Bachelors degree with second class honours
• Masters degree is an advantage
• At least 7 years experience in market research at executive level, specialism in quantitative research
• Good command of written & spoken English, strong communication and influencing skills
• Proven ability to effectively communicate insights to all levels of the business in a practical, user friendly and meaningful way
• Ability to turn data into actionable intelligence / insights
• Strong research relationships and networks
• Exceptional Client Relationship Management skills
• Sound knowledge of interpreting & analyzing information
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word and SPSS and other survey analysis systems like Quantum
• Able to work within a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to work and deliver under pressure
• Good report writing skills
• Strong management and supervisory skills
• Interpersonal and good organizational skills
• Time, costing and project management skills
• Self driven, results oriented, shows exceptional initiative and is focused on quality and profit
The Ideal candidate for these roles will be a citizen of Uganda or willing to relocate to Uganda

Social Research Manager – Tanzania

The Role:
• Responsible for both accounts and individual projects within a Social Research remit, for growing business within the specialism from both existing and new clients, managing and leading the research team in terms of development, efficiency, staff continuity, capacity and research. This function takes on both a management role as well as a technical role.
• Ensure profitability of all projects at proposal and work stage.
• Enable Synovate Tanzania to maintain the cutting edge in terms of personnel, research methodologies, knowledge and insights. This involves an influence on the strategic direction and operating plan of the business through reporting on emerging opportunities and threats, and providing a consistent and integrated view of clients through the interpretation of market and customer data.
• Developing & strengthening relationships with current and potential clients.
• Ensuring the team’s focus is in alignment with Synovate Global & Synovate Pan Africa strategic focus.
• Support sales through input into research design for key clients as well as insights into results obtained from research conducted for key clients.
• People management in the research team in terms of recruiting, training, retention and promotion, allocating and monitoring work.
The Person:

To be successful in this role you will have:
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree is an advantage
• At least 5 years experience in research at executive level with a specialism in social research
• Good command of written & spoken English, strong communication and influencing skills
• Proven ability to effectively communicate insights to all levels of the business in a practical, user friendly and meaningful way
• Ability to turn data into actionable intelligence / insights
• Strong research relationships and networks
• Exceptional Client Relationship Management skills
• Sound knowledge of interpreting & analyzing information
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word and SPSS and other survey analysis systems like Quantum
• Able to work within a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to work and deliver under pressure
• Good report writing skills
• Strong management and supervisory skills
• Interpersonal and good organizational skills
• Time, costing and project management skills
• Self driven, results oriented, shows exceptional initiative and is focused on quality and profit

Research Executive – Tanzania

The Role:
• Responsible for research projects and related production tasks under the supervision of the Senior Research Executive/Research Manager.
• Research design: Providing input into the design of relevant research instruments
• Project execution: Executing a field brief and supervising the process until the deliverables are received
• Report writing
• Quality control: reviewing and ensuring the highest quality standards of work are maintained at all times
• Client relationship management
• People management in the project team in terms coaching, allocating and monitoring work.
The Person:

To be successful in this role you will have:
• Bachelors degree
• At least 1 years experience in market research
• Excellent command of written & spoken English and Kiswahili
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Good knowledge of market research methodologies
• Strong numeric skills
• Ability to work and deliver under pressure
• Team leadership and project management skills
• Excellent computing skills especially in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Self driven, results oriented, shows exceptional initiative and is focused on quality and profit
The Ideal candidate for these roles will be a citizen of Tanzania or willing to relocate to Tanzania

If you are this person, then you are right for us and we are right for you!

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and highly motivated professionals, with a strong commitment to Synovate’s values.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to; careers-ke@synovate.com.

Important: Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject of your email.

For more information on Synovate Pan-Africa please visit: www.synovate.co.ke

Ministry of Local Government Steering Committee and Task Force on Devolved Government Jobs

Recruitment of

one (1) Senior Programme Officer,

four (4) Programme Officers,

eight (8) research Assistants,

one (1) Communications officer and

one (1) Assistant communications officer

to support the task force on devolved government

Background

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Local Government established the Task force on Devolved Government through Gazette Notice No. 12875 of 25th October, 2010.

The Task Force is expected to recommend a policy framework for implementation of the system of devolved government provided for in the Constitution and propose appropriate legislation to implement the devolved government.

The Task Force will attain these objectives by collecting and analyzing views from stakeholders and through commissioned research and studies.

The Task Force has constituted itself into four Thematic Groups for purposes of effective management of its tasks.

The Thematic Groups are:
1. Public Finance and Transition;
2. Cooperative and Inter Governmental Relations and Levels of Governance, Cities and Urban Areas;
3. Public Participation, Protection of Marginalized Groups and Communities and Political Governance and Leadership; and
4. Public Administration, Human Resource, Capacity Building and Functional Distribution and Service Delivery.
With support from development partners, the Ministry of Local Government wishes to recruit the following positions to support the work of the Steering Committee and Task Force on Devolved Government:

one (1) Senior Programme Officer;

four (4) Programme Officers;

eight (8) Research Assistants;

one (1) Communications Officer; and

one (1) Assistant Communications Officer.

All appointments will be on contract basis for 5 months, beginning 1 March 2011 and running up to 31 July 2011.

Application process

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications complete with current P11 form to the following address: consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us on or before close of business 23 February 2011.

The full Terms of Reference (TOR) and requirements can be viewed by visiting the UNDP Kenya website: http://www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements

UNDP Kenya reserves the right to accept or reject any submissions.

Coptic Hospital Data Clerks and System Administrator Jobs in Nairobi and Maseno Kenya

Senior Data Clerk
2 Positions (Nairobi & Maseno)

She/He will be in charge of the clinic’s data management system, report generation, development of data collection tools.

Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelors degree in statistics, mathematics, population studies, IT or its equivalent.
• At least 2 years experience working in a health related field.
• Knowledge in reporting requirements for MOH and PEPFAR funded programs will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in use of SPSS, ACCESS, MYSQL software.
NB: Indicate where you want to be posted on the CV; Nairobi/ Maseno.

System Administrator
1 Position

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelors degree in computer science, IT or related field
• At least 2 years working experience
• Should have a high level of integrity.
Send your CV to

The Human Resources Manager,
Coptic Hospital & Hope Centre
P.O. Box 21570 00505
Nairobi

OR email recruitments@copticmission.org

Deadline for application is 16th Feb 2011

Online Media Business Analyst Job in Kenya

Business Analyst – Online Media

Analysis & Strategy

Reporting, Segmentation and Optimisation

High growth sector

Dedicated to product innovation, customer focus, and organisational excellence, our client is a new online brand with an already-strong market position in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Comprehensively backed by significant international companies and investors, our client is poised for rapid growth and success.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced analyst who can bring both strategic and tactical anaytical skills in the exciting, hands-on high-growth online sector in Kenya.

Our client is looking for a unique individual with exceptional analytical, presentation and communication skills, and with the ability to partner and support key internal stakeholders within our business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an analyst to move "beyond the numbers" and make a real difference to our executive, marketing, operations and sales teams by proactively contributing to business solutions. You will use your commercial acumen and analytical skills to identify and address key business issues across the business and drive increasing levels of performance and customer outcome.

Your primary focus will be to act as a business partner to our executive, sales and marketing teams, providing information and insights based on wide ranging, robust data, and contributing value adding solutions to identified issues.

In addition, you will be a self-motivated, results focused professional with a proactive approach to problem solving. You will demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Your strategic expertise, consultative and flexible style is essential to instill confidence and build effective business relationships with key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in a business related field such as Marketing, Finance or Economics. A background in Consumer Goods or management consulting, accounting, or any other industry where low value high volume transaction flow would be highly regarded, however individuals from other backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will most importantly be a high-energy self-starter, comfortable working at the beginning in a relatively unstructured early stage environment where you will drive establishing process and relationships whilst achieving great outcomes. You’ll be able to comfortably balance a local Kenyan start-up online culture with the requirements of working with high performance, international colleagues and parent companies.

Responsibilities include:
• A 50/50 mix of structured analysis / strategy work and ad hoc project analysis
• Market assessment, customer segmentation, product performance, pricing, utilization rates, staff performance, optimization and traffic analysis.
• Establishment from the ground up of a culture of data-based decision making
• Delivery of insights that drive business performance and customer satisfaction
• Providing close support to the executive, marketing, sales and operations teams.
• Maintain awareness of trends, business conditions and the changing landscape of the online market and competitors.
• Make a significant contribution to the company
Wish List
• Demonstrated experience in an analytical related field in a corporate environment.
• Tertiary qualification
• Strong numeracy, communications and presentation skills.
• Excellent commercial acumen and curiosity for insights
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Confidence in dealing with executives and presenting results.
• High energy, team player
• A can-do hands-on attitude comfortable working in a relatively unstructured early start-up environment
• Experience of working within a high performance multinational working culture
• Advanced Excel including pivot tables and macros
• Passion for the online and mobile sectors in Kenya
What’s on Offer

Our client adheres to strong people values and strives to create a top quality professional but informal working environment. You’ll get a laptop and a smart-phone to support your productivity.

You’ll be able to wear whatever you like in a casual but outcome-oriented working culture. Our client offers flexible working conditions to support families and work-life balance. A salary of KShs.80,000/- plus statutory benefits and profit share/ performance bonuses are on offer.

Recruitment Process

Please send your resume/CV or LinkedIn profile to info@africaassociates.com with an email explaining why this role is for you.

Our international client will conduct an initial phone / skype interview from overseas, and will be arranging face-to-face meetings in Nairobi in early March 2011.

Media Analysts Jobs in Kenya - Reelforge Media Monitoring

Reelforge Media Monitoring is the region's most exciting, advanced and fastest growing media monitoring and intelligence company.

Reelforge is a Kenyan company that was formed with a clear and focused mission: To completely redefine media monitoring within the region.

We invite applications for Media Analysts to join our hard working innovative team:

Qualifications and skills:
• Minimum of a Diploma but a Degree would be preferred from a recognised Institution with a bias in Journalism /Marketing / Management / Business will be added advantage.
• Must have prior experience in the Media Industry
• Must have good IT skills.
• Business writing skills
• Communication and presentation skills
• Must have good Customer relations and organisational skills with experience of planning and prioritising tasks and events
• A Kenyan between 22 - 30 years, physically fit, able to work long hours.
If you meet the above requirements, send in your CV stating your current remuneration and day time telephone contact to gladys.karuga@reelforge.com

Kenya Anti Corruption Commission (KACC) Jobs and Careers

The Kenya Anti Corruption Commission (KACC) is established by an Act of Parliament, the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act (2003), to take necessary measures for the prevention of corruption in the public and private sectors; to investigate acts of corruption and economics crimes; to recover public funds/property acquired through corruption; and to enlist members of the public in fighting corruption through education.

The Commission invites applications from suitable persons to fill the following vacant positions within its establishment;
1. Employment will initially be on contract terms, for a period of four (4) years. The contracts are renewable upon satisfactory performance.
2. Competitive/attractive remuneration packages will be offered.
3. Applicants must be of outstanding honesty and integrity, and should be willing to be subjected to a security vetting process
4. Applicants must be computer-literate to be able to work in a highly computerized environment.
5. Applicants MUST quote the reference number for the position applied for on the application letter and envelope
6. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Directorate of Investigations and Asset Tracing (IAT)

Senior Officer: Analysis & Production
KACC 5
1 Post
Ref KACC/IAT SO-AP -1

Reporting to the Assistant Director -Investigations and Assets Tracing (IAT), through the Principal Officer - Intelligence Production:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Gathering and documenting information and intelligence on corruption and economic crime
• Classifying and analyzing information and producing intelligence reports
• Profiling corrupt official (targets) and maintaining dossiers on them
• Gathering, collating and analyzing intelligence
• Conducting risk analysis on corruption and economic crime

Qualifications
• A degree in Law Social Sciences, Management, Communication, Journalism or any other related field from a recognized institution
• A Masters degree or its equivalent in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• At least ten (10) years demonstrable experience in Intelligence work
In addition to the above, the person must have the following competencies;
• Be mature and a team player with a proven track record of leading, managing and motivating other team members
• Possess demonstrable analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Forensic Investigator III – Audit
KACC “8”-
2 Posts
Ref KACC/IAT FIA -2

Reporting to the Principal Forensic Investigator through Senior Forensic Investigator: -

Duties and Responsibilities
• Reviewing/analyzing financial reports on targets organizations/departments
• Examining accountable documents of the target organizations/departments to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures and regulations
• Conducting in-depth investigations on all assigned cases of corruption and economic crimes
• Identifying and tracing assets acquired through corrupt means
• Compiling and preparing cases for court.

Qualifications
• A degree in Commerce in Accounting /Finance or its equivalent from a recognized University
• Holder of CPA (K)
• Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience
• Experience in forensic investigations will be an added advantage
Directorate of Preventive Services (PS)

Senior Officer - Research
KACC 5
1 Post
Ref KACC/PS/SO-R-3

Reporting to the Assistant Director - Preventive Services through the Principal Officer - Research & Policy;

Duties and Responsibilities
• Designing, developing and implementing research programmes in the field of anti-corruption, ethics and integrity
• Collecting, analyzing and reporting of data on anticorruption, ethics, and integrity
• Examining and critiquing existing anti-corruption policies, law and Institutions and making recommendations for appropriate interventions
• Preparing policy proposals, papers and briefs on anti-corruption law, policy and institutions
• Disseminating research findings
• Lobbying various sectors of the economy for the adoption of reform proposals
• Managing a Research and Documentation/Resource Centre.

Qualifications
• A degree from a recognized university in Social Sciences, Research & Evaluation, Policy Analysis or other related field
• A Masters degree or its equivalent in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• At least ten (10) years demonstrable experience in research work
• Proven skills and knowledge in the design and implementation of research programmes.
• Excellent analytical, report writing and communication skills.
In addition, the candidate must possess the following core competencies;
• Be mature and a team player with proven track record of leading and motivating other team members
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and with minimum supervision.

Education Officer III
KACC “8”
3 Posts
Ref KACC/PS/E0 -4

Reporting to the Principal Officer -Education through the Senior Officer - Education:-

Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in design, development and implementation of anti-corruption, ethics integrity education programs in the public, private and formal sectors
• Assist in design, development and circulation of Anti-corruption ethics-integrity educational and other publicity materials through out the country
• Assist in planning, budgeting and actual facilitation of training at a range of levels in the public, private and formal sectors
• Assist in the development of work plans and outlines that structure the work of the Department
• Development liaison and networks with institutions in the public and private sphere in promotion of ethics-integrity, governance and anti-corruption programs
• Planning and conducting training programs in the public, private and formal sectors.

Qualifications
• A Bachelors degree in Education from a recognized University
• Holders of Masters or Post-graduate qualification will have an added advantage
• At least 5 years relevant experience in designing developing and implementation of Education Programmes
• Must have experience in designing and developing Educational materials
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Involvement in civic/public education programmes is an added advantage.

Directorate of Legal Services and Asset Recovery (LS)

Senior Attorney – Evidence Analysis
KACC “5”
1 Post
Ref KACC/LS/SA-EA -5

Reporting to the Assistant Director – Legal Services through the Principal Attorney- Evidence Analysis;

Duties and Responsibilities
• Carrying out all duties of an Advocate
• Carrying out comprehensive analysis and evaluation of evidence in completed criminal and civil inquiry files
• Preparation of statutory reports, legal briefs and opinions
• Overseeing the preparation of case files for purposes of prosecution and asset recovery including pre-trial conferences
• Giving direction and guidance in the course of investigations and recovery proceedings
• Providing legal advice to the Commission in civil, criminal and asset recovery.
• Defending the Commission in cases filed against it.

Qualifications
• A degree in Law from a recognized University
• An Advocate of High Court of Kenya
• At least 10 years relevant working experience in civil and criminal litigation
• Excellent skills in research and reporting
• Demonstrable prosecutorial skills will be an added advantage
• Relevant Post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
In addition, the candidate must possess the following core competencies;
• Be mature and a team player with proven track record of leading and motivating other team members
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and capable of multitasking and working in all Directorates

Directorate of Finance & Administration (FA)

Accountant III
KACC “8”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/ACC -6

Reporting to Principal Officer - Finance & Accounts through the Senior Officer - Finance & Accounts;

Duties and Responsibilities
• Verification and processing of imprest surrenders
• Preparation of monthly outstanding Imprest Status Report
• Preparation of monthly Imprest Register/ Ledger Reconciliations
• Assisting the Accounts Assistants with their day to day assignments
• Attending to audit queries relating to imprest Section
• Processing VAT and withholding Tax Returns and filling them with KRA
• Preparing bank reconciliations

Qualifications
• A degree in Commerce or Business Administration with bias in Finance or Accounting from recognized University
• Professional qualifications of at least CPA (K)
• At least five (5) years relevant working experience
• Demonstrable knowledge of accounting for public funds and reporting
• Thorough command of an Integrated Financial Management system preferably, ACCPAC
Internal Audit Assistant I
“KACC 9”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/IA -7)

Reporting to the Principal Internal Audit Officer;

Duties and Responsibilities
• Testing and appraising for soundness and adequacy the application of accounting, financial and other operating controls to promote efficient operations
• Preparation and implementation of annual Audit Plans
• Participating in carrying out Audit checks, verifications and appraisals
• Carrying out fieldwork on Systems Audits and Performance Audits
• Undertaking special Audit investigations as required from time to time.
• Preparing audit reports and following up implementation of recommendations

Qualifications
• A degree in Commerce in Accounting /Finance or its equivalent from a recognized University
• Holder of CPA (K)
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience preferably in the Public Sector
• Thorough command of audit packages preferably ACL
• Experience in forensic auditing will be an added advantage

Customer Care Assistant III
“KACC 11”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/CCA -7

Reporting to the Principal Officer - Public Relations and Protocol;

Duties and Responsibilities
• Handling visitors/clients and controlling access into the Commission offices and Installation
• Assisting in implementation of Public Relations Programmes
• Liaising with emergency response teams in case of emergencies.

Qualifications
• Minimum of KCSE grade C
• At least 3 years relevant working experience
• A Diploma in Public Relations/ Customer Care/Marketing
• Thorough command of English and Kiswahili

Drivers
KACC “11”
3 Posts (to be based in Nairobi, Kisumu & Mombasa respectively)
Ref KACC/F&A/DRV -8

Reporting to the Principal Officer - Administration through the Officer in Charge of the assigned station;

Duties and Responsibilities
• Driving allocated vehicles
• Ensuring that the assigned vehicle is in good working condition
• Maintaining vehicles in presentable and clean state
• Ascertaining the serviceability of assigned vehicles
• Ensuring safety of the vehicle and passengers on and off the road.

Qualifications
• A valid driving license class BCE
• Up to date Certificate of Good Conduct
• Minimum of KCSE grade C or its equivalent
• At least 5 years driving experience in a busy organization
• Any other relevant training in motor vehicle servicing, defensive driving and road safety will be an added advantage.
Applications with detailed CV’S and copies of certificates and other testimonials should be addressed to:

The Director/Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC)
P.O. Box 61130 00200, Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than 18th February 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Those who do not meet the minimum qualifications as specified here in need not apply.

Uwazi-Twaweza Lead Analyst Job

Uwazi, is a semi-independent component of Twaweza(www.twaweza.org), an East Africa wide initiative to foster access to information, citizen agency and improvements in public service delivery.

Uwazi collects new and existing data in order to create exciting products that inform citizens, newspapers and parliamentarians. Uwazi aims to enhance transparency and public accountability by making existing data more accessible and informative.

For its work in Kenya, Uwazi is looking for a highly skilled and motivated analyst.

The analyst is expected to:
• Manage the Wananchi Survey. This survey is a unique combination of a representative baseline survey with weekly additional data collection using mobile phones. The Wananchi survey allows for weekly opinion polling and high frequency monitoring of public services. Managing the Wananchi survey entails identifying questions for the following week’s data collection, supervision and quality control of ongoing data collection (outsourced to a firm), preparing a report on data collected the previous week and disseminating this information through the Uwazi website and media.
• Prepare information products, briefs, league tables, website contributions, and newspaper articles.
• Oversee the generation of regular Uwazi products such as the Did you knows, The Auditor General Speaks etc;
• Supervise interns and consultants
• Support Twaweza partnerships (such as Uwezo) with analytical work;

For this job Uwazi is looking for a motivated person who:
• Is able to carry out original analyses using micro-data sets;
• Can write well, in English as well as (preferably) in Kiswahili;
• Is able to present a complicated argument in understandable, accessible and compelling manner;
• Has a good sense of graphics and their uses;
• Is able to design and supervise data collection;
• Is able to work independently;
• Understands the ongoing policy debate and is able to respond to it and design information products around it.
Qualifications
• PhD in economics or social sciences preferred; at least Masters required with 5 years of work experience;
• Extensive knowledge of micro-data and empirical analyses (including packages like STATA or SPSS), evidenced, preferably by publications in refereed journals and/or books, reports or brochures;
• Good grasp of practicalities of implementing household surveys;
• Ability to write well in English as well as Kiswahili.
• Good contacts with media, a firm understanding of modern technologies for information collection and dissemination (mobile phones, web 2.0) and experience with information design are a plus.
Reporting
• The lead analyst reports to the Uwazi Manager.
• The Kenya Lead Analyst is housed by Twaweza.

All candidates are encouraged to consider the Uwazi website (www.uwazi.org) to familiarize themselves with the type of products Uwazi prepares.

To apply

To apply write an email to info@uwazi.org, explaining why you are interested in the position. Attach to the email your cv and an example of your work.

CGCRI Jr. Research Fellow Job Vacancy

www.cgcri.res.in | CGCRI Jr. Research Fellow Job Vacancy 2011 | Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute Kolkata Recruitment 2011 Application Form | CGCRI Walk-in-Interview 2011

Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute, 196, Raja S C Mullick Road, Kolkata – 700 032
A Walk-in-Interview will be held on 12.01.2011 at 11.00 A.M. at this Institute to engage bonafide Indian citizens for the post of a Junior Research Fellow (Proj.) for working in a sponsored project of DST(Govt. of India) and CSIR(New Delhi) tenable at this Institute. The post is purely temporary and will be co terminus with the duration of the project. The details are as follows:

Jr. Research Fellow ( Proj.)
Vacancies – 1 (One) Post
Minimum Qualifications : A) 1st Class B.Tech. / B.Sc.(Tech.) in Ceramics/Silicate/ Metallurgy /Materials Science or equivalent and GATE qualified OR M.Tech. in the same discipline OR 1st Class M Sc. in inorganic / Physical chemistry or equivalent and NET qualified. NET LS may also eligible to appear for interview.
Possessing of minimum educational qualifications and background will not guarantee selection for a candidate and the decision of the committee will be final.
Stipend : Rs.16,000/- per month + H. R.A. and stipend for NET LS is Rs.12,000/- + H.R.A.
Age : Upper Limit is 28 years (as on 01.01.2011) which is relaxable as per Govt. rules.
Tenure: 3 years

The candidates should bring applications addressed to Director CGCRI, Kolkata giving complete biodata (including name, father’s name, date of birth, educational qualification, experience, permanent and present address with phone number, E-mail etc.) along with one self attested copy of each certificate. The original certificates also should be brought for verification. Candidates should report at least one hour before the interview for verification. Interim enquires in this respect will not be attended.

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Georg Forster Research Fellowships Opportunities

Research for development

Georg Forster Research Fellowships for highly qualified researchers from developing and emerging countries

With the Georg Forster Research Fellowships, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation provides support for excellent postdoctoral and experienced researchers from developing and emerging countries (excluding China and India) to carry out research projects with an academic host in Germany.

Projects of relevance to development are eligible for sponsorship.

Apart from this, there are no quotas for specific subjects or countries of origin.

Applicants are free to choose their research projects as well as their collaborative partners in Germany. Any academic actively working at a German research institution can become a host.

Postdoctoral researchers may apply for a period of 6 to 24 months, experienced researchers for a period of 6 to 18 months (which can be divided into three stays).

Fellowships are awarded on the basis of the applicant's academic record, the quality of the project proposal and its relevance to development.

Applications may be submitted at any time.

For detailed information on the programme, a list of countries eligible to apply as well as the application package please visit: www.humboldt-foundation.de/georgforster

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Jean-Paul-Str. 12
53173 Bonn
Germany

E-Mail: info@avh.de

Physical and Chemical Analyst Job Vacancy

Job Title: Physical and Chemical Analyst

Company Profile: A multinational company that deals in the Manufacturing and Production of Nutritional and dairy products, coffee, tea, beverages, chocolate and confectionery

Reports to: Factory QA Manager

Main Purpose of the position
• Quality analyst provides professional support to production and quality departments by performing and timely communicating the necessary quality tests and analyses required for product safety and quality.
• Quality analyst is part of quality teams in factory laboratory.
• Quality analyst is competent in performing product-specific quality, packaging, chemistry, microbiology, sensory or net weight content tests and analysis.

Main Responsibilities

System design:
• Define and update the specific quality procedures, instructions and tools which are directly related to physical & chemical, packaging and sensory analysis
Analytical methods and tests:
• Proficiency in carrying out the required analysis according to standard procedures and work instructions (LIs, MIs….).
• Responsible for the quality control plan of the equipment under his/her responsibility including calibration.
• Responsible for interpreting results and for reproducibility and repeatability of analysis
Results reporting:
• Timely reporting of consolidated results and trends to the functions concerned, discuss with the compliance officer before sending to the QA manager.
• Reporting of abnormalities via notification of quality deviations and take immediate corrections.
Quality mastership:
• Performs analysis and tests as defined / Perform P-test.
• Performs QA status of raw and packaging materials.
• Performs training of productions operators and other technicians in performing simple analysis and tests related to their working area (as needed).
• Monitoring of analytical methods of analytical instruments in production (as needed).
• Participate to HACCP studies, vendors assessment and QMS updating
• Maintain ICP and GLP in chemistry Laboratory operations
• Stock control and purchase requisition for consumables in chemistry lab.
• Organization of working place

Essential Managerial &Professional Qualities
• Quality analyst must be competent in performing their analyses and tests (via on the job training and academic knowledge). Additionally, as a minimum core knowledge
• Ability to communicate efficiently internally and externally
• Ability to build personal relationships with different functions of the value chain based on trust and open communication
• Understanding customers' needs to provide the best support

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (microbiology, chemistry, food technology or other related fields)
• Previous experience in another laboratory or analytical environment is an asset

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted