Job Description
The Boston Globe is currently seeking a Senior Reporter, Data Desk to join their dynamic team. This position reports directly into the Metro editor with a dotted line to the editor of BostonGlobe.com.
The Senior Reporter, Data Desk will be required to help develop and execute the vision and editorial strategy for BostonGlobe.com’s investigative data journalism unit, with the goal of creating compelling, impactful, investigative journalism content. The successful candidate will motivate a small team of data journalists and engage them in the creation of web and multi-platform content including, but not limited to, text, video, and interactive digital journalism.
The Senior Reporter will assist the Editor, BostonGlobe.com in achieving traffic goals, increasing user engagement, and building relationships with a variety of key internal stakeholders, including section editors, digital product development, and producers with BetaBoston.com and other verticals. The Senior Reporter will also work with the Metro editor to help produce data driven stories for a variety of sections focused on local news. This position will be based at 135 Morrissey Boulevard in Boston.
Key responsibilities:
Work with the Editor, BostonGlobe.com and senior leadership to meet goals and objectives that will grow Boston Globe online traffic and establish it as a leading source of digital journalism.
Lead a team of producers, inspiring them to create high-impact, accountable and compelling original journalism content.
Pitch and write investigative pieces that enhance and promote quality, accountable, journalism.
Work with the Boston Globe’s local sections to produce data-driven stories about Boston and the towns that surround it.
Monitor and track performance, scheduling, and mentoring of data journalism staff.
Assist in the tracking and execution of Freedom of Information requests and legal challenges.
Create and promote innovative new multiplatform storytelling tools, techniques and technologies across the newsroom.
Work with section editors to ensure data journalism is relevant to local assignments.
Serve as the primary link between print and digital in the investigative news realm.
Maintain and enforce journalistic best-practices that uphold Boston Globe principles and practices.
Must stay informed of local, national and international news and have a passion for current events.
Experience and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years experience in online media or equivalent, with minimum 3-5 years of digital, or newspaper journalism experience.
Proven track record in achieving editorial goals and driving growth against business objectives on time and on budget.
Extensive experience with digital news technology.
Comfortable working with excel, fusion tables, Google maps etc., and is able to look for new ways/tools to present statistical information.
Superior people management and exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading an editorial team and collaborating with cross-functional teams in order to build consensus.
Ability to work in a rapidly changing, dynamic environment.
Motivated, self-starter, independent, results oriented and professional.
Ability to manage multiple projects and to prioritize effectively.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to innovate, explore new ideas and acquire new skills.
Drive, determination, attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
EEO Statement: The Boston Globe is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, national origin, citizenship or any other protected characteristic. The Boston Globe is committed to diversity in its most inclusive sense.
How to Apply
Please apply directly to BostonGlobe.com editor Jason Tuohey at this email
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Senior Reporter – Data Desk Jobs
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Clerk Job in Eldoret, Kenya
Clerk
We are seeking to recruit a qualified, competent and experienced individual to fill the position of a sales clerk.
Knowledge and skills required:
Minimum diploma in Sales and Marketing field from a recognized institution.
Minimum 3 years experience in sales and marketing, preferably in manufacturing industry
Age should be between 28 and 32 years
On day to day basis organize distribution of goods, plan loading, follow-up with production departments for pending orders, ensure proper reports are sent to various depots, issue internal job orders ,understand customer needs ,maintain sound and healthy relationship with customers, follow-up on payments, submit quotations on time, be a team player and ensure well maintenance of records, proper filing and smooth running of sales office.
Must be efficient, fast learner, hardworking, honest, selfmotivated and results oriented person.
Must have excellent communication skills both in oral and writing
Must be fluent in English and Kiswahili
Must have thorough computer skills
Must be able to work under pressure and with minimum supervision
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
If qualified apply in own handwriting with detailed C.V, copy of I/D, 2 passport size photos(coloured) and copies of all other academic and professional testimonials to:
Sales Manager
P. O. Box 241, 30100
Eldoret,
Kenya
To be reached not later than 25th January 2013.
Monday, December 31, 2012
Local Jobs
Cashier Jobs In Kenya. Mombasa Island Cargo Terminal (MICT) is one of the leading Container Freight Stations (CFS) situated within Mombasa island.ln order to strengthen the finance team we are looking to fill two positions in the finance department.
Cashier job.
Applicant must be a holder of a bachelors degree in a business related field with at least CPA 2 qualifications with three years relevant experience, aged 25- 33yrs.Thorough knowledge in the use of computerised accounting is mandatory.
Cashier Job Duties & Responsibilities
Receipting of all daily collections & ensuring timely banking as per established procedures.
Generating daily receipt summaries and cash position reports.
Keeping the company petty cash and ensuring correct record keeping.
Assisting in bank reconciliations amongst other duties.
Are you the candidate we are looking for?
Email your application together with the relevant documents to reach the undersigned not later than 3rd January 2013.
The Human Resources Manager,
Mombasa Island Cargo Terminal,
Email: hr@mict.co.ke
Saturday, December 29, 2012
Legal Clerk Job in Kenya
Legal Clerk
Must have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with mean grade C and a minimum grade of C- in Mathematics, English and Kiswahili.
Must have Diploma in ICT or International Computer Driver’s Licence (ICDL) Certificate
Basic understanding of legal and court systems
Minimum of 2 years hand-on experience as paralegal, in a busy law environment in Kenya.
Important: Just apply if you have all the requirements mentioned above and if you are available to start immediately.
Interested candidates should submit their CV’s to legal.clerk2013@gmail.com by January 3rd, 2013
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Clerk Typist Job in Kenya
Job Title: Clerk - Typist
General Statement of Duties: Performs responsible and confidential secretarial and clerical work as well as public relations and ability to operate a computer.
Responsibilities
Prepare and type correspondence, reports, memos, letters, ordinances, etc.
Research information for projects, programs,
Assist with administration, and bookkeeping
Set up and operate office computer systems for departmental reporting
Sort and distributes mail; order office supplies.
Make photocopies and files as needed.
Performs other duties as apparent or as delegated.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including operation of a personal computer.
Working ability to type and enter information into an automated system with speed and accuracy.
Considerable ability to perform mathematical calculations and maintain accurate records.
Considerable ability to prioritize work, research files, and problem solving.
Minimum Qualifications
KCSE or equivalent with post high school office skills training or experience.
Please send your resume to alternatedoors@gmail.com and indicate your salary expectations.
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Data Entry Jobs. ICAP of Columbia University
ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and the Ministry of Medical Services to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services in the country and conduct high quality research to inform national and international policy.
ICAP has received funding from the National Institute of Health to conduct a two year study on Mother Infant Retention in PMTCT (MIR4 Health Study).
Applications are invited for the following positions:
1. Data Manager – MIR 4 Health Study
Location: Kisumu
Overall Job Function:
The successful applicant will be responsible for supervising staff performing data entry, cleaning and storage of a study data to produce clean, complete final data sets for transmission to ICAP New York.
Key Responsibilities:
To support collection and entry of study data
To clean study data
To supervise and track flow of data forms from facilities to study office and organization of paper records within office
To ensure completeness, accuracy and consistency of the data
To produce monthly datasets and written report describing data integrity
Assure that electronic and paper records are handled according to international standards for data security and confidentiality
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer studies, statistics, epidemiology or mathematics;
At least 2 years relevant experience and advance skills in MS Access application development & programming skills; EpiInfo, SPSS; Data quality assurance; MS Office
Familiarity with database management system and principles;
Familiarity with data coding of SOP and coding dictionaries;
2. Data Officers – MIR 4 Health Study (2)
Location: Kisumu with travel to study sites in Nyanza
Overall Job Function:
Reporting to the Data Manager, the Data Officer will provide data management, support high quality, accurate and timely reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Data entry of routine monthly and quarterly data
Data reconstruction and computerization from source documents as required
Data quality checks against client data from medical records
Compilation of monthly reports
Requirements:
Diploma in Health Records Information/ Health Information Technology
At least 2 years’ experience, preferably at MOH district facility level
Database management skills and ability to use statistical software.
Those with relevant degrees related to the field will have an added advantage
All applications including a current CV, telephone number and 3 referees (one who should be at least your current/previous supervisor) should be sent to the HR and Administration Manager, ICAP icap.vacancies@gmail.com before 31st December 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Library, Technical, Transport, Clerks and Security Jobs in Embu, Kenya
Previously known as Embu Agricultural Staff Training (EAST) College, The Embu University College (EUC) was established as a Constituent College of the University of Nairobi through Legal Notice No. 65 of 17 June, 2011.
The objective of the University College is to play a leading role in the development and expansion of opportunities for higher education and research in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, water and land management, biological & physical sciences.
The College seeks to develop into a centre of excellence for learning and research in agriculture and farming systems within and outside Kenya.
The University College now wishes to fill the following positions with qualified and experienced staff ready to spearhead the new College towards the attainment of the above objectives.
Senior Library Assistant
Applicants must be holders of Bachelors degree in Library and Information studies with at least three (3) years of experience from a busy academic library.
Applicants must be computer literate and knowledgeable in cataloguing, classification, and library e-resource and library automation.
Library Assistant
Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Library and Information studies with at least three (3) years experience in a busy academic Library.
Applicants must also be computer literate and knowledgeable in cataloguing, classification library e-resource
Driver
Applicants must possess KCE/KCSE/EACE grade C- or equivalent. He/she must possess Driving License Class ABCE, PSV license and a Certificate of Good Conduct.
They must have at least five (5) years accident free continuous driving.
They must have written and spoken proficiency in English and Kiswahili languages.
Those who have sat and passed Practical Grade Test for Drivers conducted by the respective Ministry/ Department and also poses a driver mechanic certificate having passed grade test III will have an added advantage.
Assistant Transport Officer
Applicants must be holders of a diploma in Automotive/ Mechanical Engineering or Transport Management.
They should have four (4) years working experience in an institution of higher learning or its equivalent and must have a thorough knowledge of transport system management and operations.
They also must possess a valid driving license and a certificate of good conduct.
Security Officer
Applicants should posses a minimum of KCSE/KCE/EACE academic certificates or its equivalent and must have attained the rank of Inspector of Police or Captain in the Armed Forces, or equivalent.
They should have worked with any of the disciplined forces and discharged honourably.
Applicants who are holders of a degree in criminology or its equivalent from a recognized institution or Diploma/higher Diploma and requisite experience and also those who have a working experience at a university setting will have an added advantage.
Applicants should have experience in incident reporting, investigation and follow up skills as well as skills in first aid and occupational safety/disaster management procedures.
They also must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work as a team, be of high integrity and with ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
They must possess current certificate of good conduct and driving license.
Security Guards
Applicants must be holders of KCE Division IV or KCSE mean grade D and above and must have a Discharge Certificate from the armed forces or reputable security firm. A Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police is a must.
Student Counselor
Applicants must be holders of at least a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology or equivalent and must have excellent guiding, counseling and problem-solving skills.
Those with a relevant first degree and at least five (5) years post-qualification related work experience at a university setting or other public institutions will also be considered.
Applicants with training or education background and experience in designing and conducting training programs for the holistic development of youth will have an added advantage.
Applicants are expected to be computer literate with good written, and oral communication and interpersonal communication among others.
Artisan – Welding
Applicants must possess a good KCSE academic certificate or equivalent. They must have a GTT II, or intermediate proficiency of Craft I certificate with at least three (3) years experience as a welder in an institution or busy organization.
Artisan – Electrician
Applicants should be holders of a Government Trade Test grade II in wiring and electrical installation. They should have scored at least a C- or Equivalent at KCSE with three (3) years relevant working experience in a busy organization.
Those with practical Knowledge in building, wiring and electrical maintenance works will have an added advantage.
Registry Supervisor
Applicants must be holders of either a bachelors degree in archives and records management or higher diploma in the same or related field and at least five (5) years relevant experience in a large institution, three (3) of which must be as assistant supervisor or senior registry clerk.
Applicants are expected to be proficient in working in a computerized records management system, data storage systems and be familiar with legislation on records and archiving.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide leadership for the University’s document management system and supervise other staff under him/her.
Registry Clerk
Applicant must possess a certificate in records management and achieves studies or equivalent from a reputable institution.
They should also have a good KCSE/KCE/EACE certificate of mean grade C plain or equivalent.
Applicants should have prior knowledge of filling and records keeping and should have at least two (2) years experience from a busy institution.
Assistant Games Tutor
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree in Physical Education or Sports Science or Leisure recreation from a recognized institution.
They must have at least three (3) years post qualification work experience at an institution of higher learning.
They should have knowledge of coaching and training in wide range of sports disciplines.
Cleaners/Messengers
Applicants’ must possess good KCSE/KCE/EACE with a mean grade of C- (minus). Those who have worked for the same position for more than three (3) years in a busy organization will have an added advantage.
Clerk Of Works
Applicants must have Higher National Diploma/Diploma in Civil Engineering or Building Construction, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
They have at least 5 years experience in the building and construction industry and must be competent in IT.
Data Entry Clerk
Applicants should have a Diploma in relevant field, or KCSE/KCE/EACE certificate plus Intermediate professional certificate e.g. CPS I, CPA1, Information Technology/Science and at least three (3) years experience in clerical service or equivalent.
They should also be competent in IT.
Technologists
Applicants must be holders of at least a Bachelor’s degree either in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Agriculture or Agricultural related disciplines.
Those with relevant Ordinary Diploma or Higher National Diploma and at least six (6) or three (3) years, respectively of related work experience at a university setting or other public institutions will also be considered.
Applicants must be computer literate.
Experience of working in teaching department at a university will be an added advantage.
How to Apply:
Applicants should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of copies of certificates and CVs giving details of their qualifications and experience.
Applicants should also state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations.
Applicants are also advised to contact their three (3) referees and request them to send their letters of reference under sealed envelopes directly to the address below.
Embu University College is an equal opportunity employer.
N/B: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Closing Date: Applications should be sent to the address below so as to reach him by 4th January 2013.
The Principal, Embu University College, P. O. Box 6 -60100, Embu-Kenya
Stock Taker Job Vacancy @ KShs 500 a Day
Stock Taker @ 500 a day
Our client a leading importer of BMW , Benz, Audi and Passat vehicle spare parts is based in industrial area and is looking forward to carrying out its annual stock taking exercise.
They are looking for stock takers to carry out the exercise which is to start on the 27th of December and run for the next ten working days.
The exercise will involve a lot of standing and dusting.
Requirements
A minimum of a certificate in stores management or any other related course.
Prior experience in stock taking is a must.
Payment to be done at the end of the two weeks.
If you are up to the challenge and are interested in making money during this festive season send CV only to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke or drop a copy to our office(address shown below) on or before 21th December 2012, indicating the job title on the subject line.
Recruitment Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Unga Lane Westlands (along the lane at the backside of Unga house.)
Nairobi.
N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database.
Data Entry Clerk Job Vacancy @ KShs 500 a day
Our client, a leading importer of BMW , Benz, Audi and Passat vehicle spare parts is based in industrial area and is looking forward to carrying out its annual stock taking exercise.
They are looking for Data Entry Clerks to key in data collected by the stock takers during the exercise which is to start on the 27th of December and run for the next ten working days.
Requirements
A minimum of a certificate in a secretarial course or in business management
Prior experience in Data entry is a must.
The suitable candidate should also have good typing skills and speed is key.
Payment to be done at the end of the two weeks.
If you are up to the challenge and are interested in making money during this festive season send CV only to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke or drop a copy to our office (address shown below) on or before 21th December 2012, indicating the job title on the subject line.
Recruitment Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Unga Lane Westlands (along the lane at the backside of Unga house.)
Nairobi.
N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
DATA ANALYST
Advert Details
Recruiter: International Livestock Research Institute Updated on: 2012-12-19 14:57:10
Contract Permanent
Location: Nairobi Available: ASAP
Category: Administrative / Clerical Offer: This position is job level 2B with a starting gross salary of KES 75,833 per month. The benefits package includes pension, medical and other insurances within ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff Scheme.
Introduction
The Poverty, Gender and Innovations theme is seeking to recruit a Data Analyst to create and manage the literature data base. S/he will also be tasked with assisting in conducting literature reviews, data analysis and preparing various kinds of reports as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Sociology, Anthropology or other relevant Social Science degree.
At least two years’ experience in conducting literature searches using various search engines.
Strong computer skills, including high level of proficiency with MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel.
Ability to do basic qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team.
Good presentation and oral/written communication and skills.
Superior multi-tasking skills with the ability to coordinate, prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Willingness to learn new skills.
Job Specification
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. ILRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership of 15 centres working with many partners for a food-secure future. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia. www.ilri.org.
CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. www.cgiar.org.
Key responsibilities
Assist in conducting literature reviews.
Build, organize and maintain databases of the literature sourced into a database for literature.
Contributing to qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
Assist in organizing workshops, conferences and meetings.
Assist in drafting reports, minutes of meetings and any other write ups assigned.
Performing other duties/tasks as required and/or assigned.
Terms of Appointment
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus with frequent travel to the field and is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 2-year fixed contract subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding
How to Apply
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document addressed the Human Resources Director, explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience by 15 January 2013. Log on to Apply to: http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/ilri_jobs. The position title and reference number
REF: DA/PGI/12/12 should be clearly marked on the subject line. Only online applications will be considered, and only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org
To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at http://www.ilri.org/ilricrowd/
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Data Entry Clerks Jobs in Kenya
Our Client in the BPO Industry is looking for Data Entry Clerks
Job Responsibilities:
· Organizing, entering data into the database systems and filling of data forms appropriately to ensure security of records and timely and accurate reporting.
· S/he will be required to maintain data confidentiality and integrity of the client as directed.
Key Qualifications:
Diploma in any Business Course, IT or Statistics. Have good computer skills and very good in the Microsoft Office Suite
Personal Attributes: Fresh Diploma Graduates, The candidate should have very good communication skills and presentable.
Salary: 12,000/=
Applications can be sent to jobs@bertlam.com
Legal / Accounts Clerk Jobs at GreenSpan Housing
Legal / Accounts Clerk
With Property / Accounts background
Minimum 4 years work experience.
Send CV, covering letter and salary expectations to yasmin@greenspanhousing.com
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR - NETWORK OF AFRICAN NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS INSTITUTIONS
Occupations
Logistics-Transportation: Car, Van and Bus Driving, Cargo and Baggage Handling, Cost Estimating, Equipment-Forklift-Crane Operation, General-Other: Logistics-Transportation, Hazardous Materials Handling, Import-Export Administration, Inventory Planning and Management, Merchandise Planning and Buying, Messenger-Courier, Piloting: Air and Marine, Purchasing, Shipping and Receiving-Warehousing, Supplier Management-Vendor Management, Train or Rail Operator, Truck Driving, Vehicle Dispatch, Routing and Scheduling
Project-Program Management: Event Planning-Coordination, General-Other: Project-Program Management, IT Project Management, Program Management, Project Management
Job Description
Position: Office Adminstrator
Job Details
Email: fmwangovya@nanhri.org or fmwangovya@gmail.com
