Administrative Assistant - Local Jobs

 Administrative Assistant - Operations

About the organization

The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.

As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.

We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

Main purpose of the job

Work closely with the Head of Operations, the Assistant Operations Manager (Facilities) and other teams in Corporate Services in coordinating the overall administrative functions of the Unit in order to ensure delivery of efficient and cost effective services to a wide range of clients.

Duties and responsibilities:

    Arranging and coordinating the Units’ diary of works including organizing the Units’ and the service providers’ monthly meetings.
    Receiving and coordinating all the Units procurement needs which includes follow up with the procurement Unit and FSU to ensure timely delivery of goods/services.
    Assisting the Head of Operations in developing, implementing and monitoring the Units annual Programme of Work and Budget including chargebacks for all services provided by the Unit.
    In consultation with the other administrators and the audiovisual officer serve as the focal point for all meetings/workshops and symposia taking place at Headquarters. This will include: working closely with FSU to ensure timely chargebacks on air ticket service charges, verification of invoices from the outsourced Travel Agent, client invoicing, management of the Meals and Incidentals function and liaising with the local hotels on accommodation.
    Being the Centre’s focal point for all insurance related matters which include the management of institutional and staff motor insurance schemes and procurement of insurance covers for institutional assets at HQ and the regions, following up on the payments of all approved invoices for insurance debits, and securing credits. And in consultation with the insurance service provider initiate the quarterly service review meetings.
    Work closely with the Procurement Unit, institutions collaborating with ICRAF and others, in the search processes for service providers, specifically those directly related to the Operations Unit.
    Assist the Head of Operations in the management of outsourced service contracts including Service Level Agreements  related to:- Mail and Front Office, Travel, Taxi and Staff Group Transport, Pool & Project Vehicles and Catering
    Manage the day to day operations of the ICRAF group transport by working closely with the bus monitors and service providers to ensure compliance to the agreed upon Service Level Agreements.
    As a member of the Health and Safety Committee, work together with the Security Manager, Assistant Operations Manager (Facilities), the Head of Operations and other units in identifying and addressing OH&S issues.
    Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and experience

    A degree in Business Administration or its equivalent.
    Three (3) years’ experience with an international organization preferably in a facility management setting;
    Excellent inter-personal and communication skills;
    Ability to coordinate, prioritize, and organize workload;
    Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimal supervision;
    Knowledge in event management
    Excellent command of both written and spoken English;
    Excellent computer knowledge of Microsoft Office

Terms of offer

We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.

This position is remunerated on local terms.

The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a six (6) months’ probation period.  

How to apply
Prepare:

    A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position, and your salary expectations.
    A detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae.
    The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses, and fax details, if available.

Address these to:

The Human Resources Unit,
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF),
P.O Box 30677, 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya

OR send via email to: icrafhru@cgiar.org.

Indicate “Application for an Administrative Assistant - Operations” on the application letter.

Applications will be considered until 17 January 2013.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

To learn more about us, visit our website:www.worldagroforestry.org

Research Assistant Job Vacancy

 About our Organisation

CIMMYT is committed to improving livelihoods in developing countries.

Through strong science and effective partnerships, we create, share, and use knowledge and agricultural technologies to increase food security, improve the productivity and profitability of farming systems, and sustain natural resources in developing countries. 

CIMMYT is an international non-profit research and training center with direct links to about 100 developing countries through offices in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

We participate in an extensive global network of people and organizations who share similar development goals, including the public and private sector, non-governmental and civil society organizations, relief and health agencies, farmers, and the development assistance community.

The Position

Research Assistant

The selected candidate will work as a member of CIMMYT’s Global Conservation Agriculture Program (CIMMYT-GCAP), and will be based at ICRAF   HUYE (Butare)-Rwanda offices.

The research assistant will play a key role in a large multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional team.

The selected candidate will interact closely with ICRAF’s research team in Rwanda and CIMMYT’s team in Ethiopia and Kenya, and will work closely with advanced research institutes ( ICRAF and CIMMYT), national research and extension programs (RAB), national universities (NUR), NGOs, and private sector stakeholders in Rwanda.

Depending on the selected candidate’s motivation, he/she may be supported to complete a PhD from the research carried.

Primary responsibilities include:

    Develop research protocols in collaboration with national programs and universities, and other partner advance research institutes
    Set up and supervise trials based on the protocols developed
    Collect data on crop and tree productivity, soil parameters and climatic parameters.
    Analyze data generated from trials
    Supervise field staff
    Explore the wider significance of results through crop modelling
    Communicate research results to diverse communities, including scientists, change agents, policy makers and farmers
    Provide practical training for local researchers and extension agents on trials management and measurement of ecophysilogical parameters
    Collaborate with ICRAF’s researcher in Rwanda and CIMMYT’s researcher in Ethiopia and Kenya
    Attend and participate in project meetings, stakeholder workshops, and other events
    Adhere  to ICRAF human resource  principles
    Capacity to join ICRAF and CIMMYT team for funds mobilisation for the project
    Skill to write a paper for publication in peer review journals

Requirements:

    MSc in agriculture, soil science, ecophysiology, or a related field
    At least 2 (two) years of experience in field agronomy with a relevant organization
    Practical experience in conducting on-farm trials
    Practical experience with measurement of soil water (using TDR or neutron probes), crop NDVI, canopy temperature, etc.
    Excellent analytical/quantitative skills
    Strong background in statistics/biometrics
    Good working knowledge of crop growth models (DSSAT, APSIM) and optimization software (e.g. GAMS) would be a plus
    Peer-review publication record would be a plus
    Good communication (in written and spoken English), interpersonal skills and organizational skills
    Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary/multi-cultural team on trans-disciplinary issues
    Ability to effectively work with minimum supervision.
    Willingness to travel frequently
    Valid Rwanda driver’s license.

How to apply

Applications for the position must include:

    A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
    A detailed curriculum vitae
    A copy of your MSc thesis
    The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org and should indicate “Application for Research Assistant - CIMMYT” on their application letters and email submissions.

A summary of the MSc thesis should be attached to the application.

Applications will be considered until 19 January 2013.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about CIMMYT and ICRAF by accessing our web sites www.cimmyt.org andwww.worldagroforestry.org

Jobs

Save the Children Head of Education Sector Job in Hargeisa, Somalia / Somaliland
Reports to: [Director of Technical Support]
Dimensions: Save the Children works in [four] regions in [Somalia/Somaliland] with a current staff complement of approximately [450] staff and current expenditure of approximately [US$60] million each year.
Staff directly reporting to this post: 2-4
Key Areas of Accountability:

Programme Development
Lead on development of thematic strategy in education including basic/primary/ secondary education, teachers education and training and skills training and employment in line with Save the Children’s Country Strategic Plan for Somalia/Somaliland programme
Lead in developing and realising ambitious yet practical education plans as part of the Country Annual Plans
Work together with quality programmes and operations teams to initiate and design high quality, cost-effective, innovative and sustainable project proposals and concept notes for the sector
Proactively seek information on potential donor sources and share project opportunities in education with quality programmes and operations teams linking to Country and Area strategies in education
Seek strategic linkage, wherever applicable, with other thematic areas of Somalia/Somaliland programme i.e. child protection, child rights governance, health & nutrition, DRR and Food security & livelihoods for developing integrated programmes for difficult to reach children in Somalia/Somaliland

Technical Assistance and Capacity Building
Lead the development and implementation of relevant and sustainable capacity building strategy for area teams and partners including consortium partners on education in coordination with the operations team
Provide technical guidance and inputs where relevant to the operations and quality programme teams and consortium partners and do technical review of donor reports to ensure that the reports are of high quality from a technical point of view as per expectations in the project proposals
Assist the quality programmes team to enhance the capacity of operations teams (e.g. programme/project managers) in developing appropriate systems for documenting and storing relevant information/data needed for donor and member reporting.
Provide elaborations and as required directions and trainings to managers in operations teams involved in delivering projects focusing on appropriate approaches and methodologies; conceptual and practical frameworks; standards and tools for effective and quality delivery of education programmes.

Representation and Advocacy
Represent Somalia/Somaliland programme in relevant internal and external fora including donor meetings (as appropriate) related to education
Work closely with quality programmes and operations teams to develop policy research and advocacy strategy in education in line with the Country Strategic Plan and global strategy of Save the Children
Leverage donor interest and government policies for the difficult to reach children in Somalia/Somaliland both in emergency and development situations through targeted advocacy/key messages
Identify and capitalise key opportunities and events for Save the Children to position itself as the leading organisation for children’s education issues in Somalia and Somaliland
Work with consortium members wherever applicable to further Save the Children’s mission for children

People Management, Mentoring and Development
Ensure that all technical staff in education understand and are able to adapt their roles in both emergency and development contexts
Manage the education team; define expectations, provide leadership and support as needed, and evaluate direct reports regularly
Ensure the recruitment, training, and promotion of staff as appropriate; ensure availability of and support appropriate professional development opportunities for staff in education
Incorporate staff development strategies and Performance Management Systems into team building process.
Oversee that all Education staff proactively build and maintain technical skills and competencies required for leading and/or inputting for first class programmes – both development and emergency nature
Manage the performance of all direct reports in Education through: effective use of the Performance Management System including the establishment of clear, measureable objectives, ongoing feedback, periodic reviews and fair and unbiased evaluations; coaching, mentoring and other developmental opportunities; recognition and rewards for outstanding performance; documentation of performance that is less than satisfactory, with appropriate performance improvement workplans
Support the development of an organisational culture that reflects our dual mandate values, promotes accountability and high performance, encourages a team culture of learning, creativity and innovation, and frees up our people to deliver outstanding results for children and excellent customer service for our members and donors.

Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation
Assist quality programmes team to ensure that all education projects and components have robust monitoring plans, baselines, reviews and evaluations in line with project designs and donor guidelines
Technically assist quality programmes team in measuring achievement and progress towards program goals and results through the M&E system
Lead and work closely with quality programmes team to identify and lead strategic ground breaking research in education for development of innovative programmes and issue-based advocacy
Facilitate appropriate dissemination of research findings and good practices documentations in the projects internally and externally to donors, governments, consortium partners and other key actors strategic for immediate and sustainable development of children in Somalia/Somaliland

Knowledge Management
Serve as a technical knowledge, skills and experience hub for the sector in Somalia/Somaliland and in doing so play a leading role in introducing innovations in education programmes (gained from existing and emerging Save the Children’s global knowledge and practices) and in turn documenting and sharing best practices and innovations for replication and advocacy together with programme quality team.
Work with technical resources among Save the Children members to facilitate sharing and learning in education good practices and leverage their support for strengthening education studies, assessments, innovations, advocacy and capacity building in favour of children in Somalia/Somaliland

Budget Holding
Manage technical budgets in education efficiently and in line with donor guidelines and project plans as appropriate and as delegated

Skills and Behaviours (Our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:
Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration:
Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:
Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:
Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Qualifications and Experience
Post-graduate degree in education or a related field with additional training in education planning and management and project planning and management techniques
Knowledge of current global and regional debates on quality and employment oriented education policies and models
Recommended a minimum of eight years of relevant technical experience including at senior level
Proven experience of developing and managing high quality, innovative and cost-effective technical education projects in fragile and insecure environments, preferably in Somalia context and with International NGOs
Proven experience and skills in research and advocacy and influencing institutional, private and/or corporate donors and writing up high quality donor reports
Experience of working with local/national governments and capacity building of systems, partners and staff
Ability to extensively travel for project monitoring and provide on-site technical support to field teams
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international and matrix management  environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required
Commitment to Save the Children values

Child Safeguarding Policy:
Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking an activity on behalf of SCI must sign the Child Safeguarding – Declaration of Acceptance  Form] and comply with the SCI’s Child Safeguarding Policy which is a statement of SCI’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children with whom it comes into contact.

This extends not only to children with whom SCI and its partners work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. Save the Children’s Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to.

Please send a copy of your CV with a cover letter to EA.recruitment@savethechildren.org.
For more information please visit our website www.savethechildren.net/jobs
Applications closes on January 10th 2013
Due to the urgency to fill this positions shortlisting will be done as applications stream in.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

Local Jobs

 CEO Vacancy atTana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA)

Managing Director

Ref: CEO-TARDA/12/2012

The Authority

Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA) is a state corporation established under CAP 443 of the Laws of Kenya.

TARDA’s mandate is responsible to the Government through the Ministry of Regional Development Authorities for planning, coordination and implementation of projects within the Tana and Athi rivers basins.

The authority is charged with the task of advising the government on all matters pertaining to the development of the areas especially in relation to the maximum utilization of water and other resources.

TARDA’s vision is to attain optimal management of Tana and Athi Rivers Basins resources for socio-economic development of the region in line with V2030

TARDA’s mission is to undertake integrated regional resource, planning, promote and undertake development within the Tana and Athi Basins’ for sustainable socio-economic well-being of the people.

In order to ensure that TARDA delivers on its mandate, we now seek to recruit a high caliber, result oriented and self-driven professional who will be employed by TARDA to provide leadership and strategic direction in the capacity of Managing Director.

Duties and Responsibilities

    The Managing Director will be the Chief Executive of the authority
    Advising the board on matters relating to implementation of the Corporate strategy
    Directing and managing TARDA’s projects, activities, technical and support staff and resources
    Directing and coordinate the authorities operation and overall administration
    Develop and maintain a robust and conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees
    Identify opportunities for growth and development
    To identify opportunities for growth and development
    Formulating, reviewing and analyzing the authority’s development policies
    To lead institutional policy reforms aimed at transforming the authority into self-sustenance
    To provide relationship management and networking with local and global business partners and stakeholders
    To inculcate a result-based management culture to improve performance and accountability for all staff and top leadership in the organization
    To foster a culture of quality and performance that promotes high standards of ethical practices, health and safety and good corporate citizenship

The selected candidate for this position must possess high level of practice experience, proven leadership skills in efficiently managing human and financial resources, be result driven and outstanding track record of achievement.

The person

    The Managing Director will possess an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Law, Commerce or related fields from a recognized university. A Masters degree, PH D and any other relevant Management course will be an added advantage
    The Applicant must be registered by professional body
    S/he will have excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills
    Be energetic, self-driven person of impeccable integrity and honesty.
    Good knowledge of ethics, governance and operation of boards of directors and management teams will be desirable

We are looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with demonstrated skills and experience in managing diverse teams including technical specialists.

S/he will possess a demonstrated track record of integrity and professionalism as well as delivering significant strategic initiatives in a complex environment.

The offer

This is a challenging and extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying candidate the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realization of Kenya’s development aspirations.

The position is on a three (3) years renewable and annual performance contract.

The Authority will offer an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with the individual’s knowledge, skills experience and demonstrate character

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position title and reference number on the cover letter to be hand delivered on or before 21st January 2013 by noon East African time.

Application including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names, addresses and telephone contacts of three referees should be hand delivered to the address below:

The Chairman
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority Board
Queensway House 7th Floor Kaunda Street
P.O Box 47309-00100,
Nairobi

Tel 254-020-341782/4/7/8

NB: Earlier Applicants must reapply

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Local Jobs

 Kenya Revenue Authority is the principal revenue collector for the Government of Kenya established by Act of Parliament in 1995.

Our Vision is to be ”The Leading Revenue Authority in the World respected for Professionalism, Integrity and Fairness.”

To achieve our mandate, we seek qualified, self driven individuals with a passion for success.

To this end, we are recruiting trainees for our Graduate Intake Programme who will undergo in-house training prior to the assumption of permanent employment.

Applicants must possess the following attributes:

    Be Kenyan Citizens aged not more than 27 years.
    Hold First Degree of minimum Upper Second Class Honours distinction from a reputable University with specialization in Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Law, Mathematics, Statistics, ICT or Science related fields.
    Have no criminal record.

If you fit the required profile, please forward your application including copies of national identification card, curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates to the address below to be received not later than 11th January 2013.

Senior Deputy Commissioner, Human Resources
Kenya Revenue Authority
Times Tower, Haile Selassie Avenue
P.O. Box 48240-00100,
Nairobi

Notes for applicants

1. Hard copy applications are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Application for position of Graduate Trainee’

2. Applications may be delivered at Times Tower Building, Nairobi or sent by postal mail to the address above. Hand delivered applications will be deposited in designated boxes on the Ground Floor of Times Tower Building.

3. Online applications are to be submitted to erecruit@kra.go.ke and must include copies of all the required documentation.

4. Applications not containing the information stipulated above or those not meeting the prescribed criteria shall not be accepted.

5. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to Aptitude Testing. Only candidates who make it to the final selection list shall be contacted.

6. Canvassing shall lead to disqualification.

CEO Job Vacancy TARDA.,Local Job

CEO Vacancy at Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA)
Managing Director
Ref: CEO-TARDA/12/2012

The Authority
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA) is a state corporation established under CAP 443 of the Laws of Kenya.

TARDA’s mandate is responsible to the Government through the Ministry of Regional Development Authorities for planning, coordination and implementation of projects within the Tana and Athi rivers basins.

The authority is charged with the task of advising the government on all matters pertaining to the development of the areas especially in relation to the maximum utilization of water and other resources.

TARDA’s vision is to attain optimal management of Tana and Athi Rivers Basins resources for socio-economic development of the region in line with V2030

TARDA’s mission is to undertake integrated regional resource, planning, promote and undertake development within the Tana and Athi Basins’ for sustainable socio-economic well-being of the people.

In order to ensure that TARDA delivers on its mandate, we now seek to recruit a high caliber, result oriented and self-driven professional who will be employed by TARDA to provide leadership and strategic direction in the capacity of Managing Director.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Managing Director will be the Chief Executive of the authority
Advising the board on matters relating to implementation of the Corporate strategy
Directing and managing TARDA’s projects, activities, technical and support staff and resources
Directing and coordinate the authorities operation and overall administration
Develop and maintain a robust and conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees
Identify opportunities for growth and development
To identify opportunities for growth and development
Formulating, reviewing and analyzing the authority’s development policies
To lead institutional policy reforms aimed at transforming the authority into self-sustenance
To provide relationship management and networking with local and global business partners and stakeholders
To inculcate a result-based management culture to improve performance and accountability for all staff and top leadership in the organization
To foster a culture of quality and performance that promotes high standards of ethical practices, health and safety and good corporate citizenship

The selected candidate for this position must possess high level of practice experience, proven leadership skills in efficiently managing human and financial resources, be result driven and outstanding track record of achievement.

The person
The Managing Director will possess an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Law, Commerce or related fields from a recognized university. A Masters degree, PH D and any other relevant Management course will be an added advantage
The Applicant must be registered by professional body
S/he will have excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills
Be energetic, self-driven person of impeccable integrity and honesty.
Good knowledge of ethics, governance and operation of boards of directors and management teams will be desirable

We are looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with demonstrated skills and experience in managing diverse teams including technical specialists.

S/he will possess a demonstrated track record of integrity and professionalism as well as delivering significant strategic initiatives in a complex environment.

The offer
This is a challenging and extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying candidate the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realization of Kenya’s development aspirations.

The position is on a three (3) years renewable and annual performance contract.

The Authority will offer an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with the individual’s knowledge, skills experience and demonstrate character

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position title and reference number on the cover letter to be hand delivered on or before 21st January 2013 by noon East African time.

Application including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names, addresses and telephone contacts of three referees should be hand delivered to the address below:

The Chairman
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority Board
Queensway House 7th Floor Kaunda Street
P.O Box 47309-00100,
Nairobi

Tel 254-020-341782/4/7/8
NB: Earlier Applicants must reapply
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

IT Communications Trainer Jobs Kenya.

Training Jobs Kenya. Successful candidate will be posted in one of the CAP Centers currently operational as an IT and Communications Trainer. He/She must be able to train both IT and Communications’ classes to CAP students.
The right candidate must be self-driven and must work with minimal Supervision.

Job Responsibilities
We are looking for people who have pride, passion and energy, but mostly love TEACHING.
Take responsibility for the quality of teaching delivered.
Guidance and skills development to ensure that standards are maintained and improved.
To act as a personal tutor to CAP students.
Developing, customizing and Delivering ICT curriculum.
Assist students get internships and placements.
Link the youth with potential employers.
Adequately equipping the students with both IT and communication skills.
Assist in the design and preparation of materials, resources and information to be used in respect of programmed delivery.
Carry out monitoring, guidance, support and mentoring of the learners and take action as required.

Competencies required
Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and motivational skills.
Excellent Presentation skills.
Dynamism, creativity and flexibility.
Networking skills a must.

Requirements
One (1) year working experience as a trainer
Must be mature and with the right attitude.
Must have good training in communication to enable him/her to train students on communication skills.
Aged 27 to 35 years.
Must be passionate about working with young people.
Demonstrated work Experience in training.
Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent
Microsoft windows/office, Programming, Graphic Design
Knowledge in hardware/ software trouble shooting is a requirement.

To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 31st December 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Kindly quote your current and expected salary.

Audit Semi – Senior and Audit Assistants,

Audit Semi – Senior and Audit Assistants
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Audit
Reviewing the job planning schedule and contacting the client to agree the audit time frame and other logistics for the audit.
Preparing the audit plan for partner approval prior to commencement of the audit.
Briefing the audit team on the audit plan and allocating the responsibilities to each member on the team
Carrying out an audit, following the audit plan under the supervision of the partner or audit manager.
Reviewing the permanent audit file and ensuring that all information is up to date.
Supervising the audit team and ensuring that the work carried out by the team is in accordance with the plan.
Adhering to the audit time frame and reporting any delays to the partner or audit manager, as appropriate.
Completing the audit file for manager or partner review.
Clearing outstanding audit queries and finalizing the financial statements, management letter and letter of representation.
De briefing the audit team and providing feed back on job evaluations on each assignment.
Following up signed financial statements, letter of representation and management letter from   the client.
Ensuring that progress and final fee notes are raised and assisting in following up payments

Taxation
Reviewing the tax file and reconciling the tax account an dividing tax account the audit file
Ensuring that all outstanding tax matters are adequately brought to the attention of the partner
Ensuring that tax returns are received from the client and filed on a timely basis

Company Secretarial
Reviewing the company secretarial file and registers, and ensuring that all secretarial records are up to date
Ensuring all outstanding secretarial issues including timely filing of returns are adequately brought to the attention of the partner

Other Duties
Carrying out any other tasks as may be delegated from time to time.

Requirements
CPA III or BCOM/equivalent education with CPA II or its equivalent with more than 3 years continuous experience in a medium sized audit firm
Computer literate and can demonstrate good use of MS excel including formatting reports and also very good in MS word, MS outlook together with other MS office packages.
Conversant with quick books and other accounting package and can demonstrate good use and understanding of quick books
Demonstrate good understanding of all IFRS IAS and ISAs
Demonstrate thorough understanding of Tax law, computation of both corporate, personal taxes and other taxes.
Demonstrate thorough understand of all statutory deductions and submission.
Demonstrate good understanding of Company Law and partnership Act and related returns

Other skills
Good interpersonal skills
Smart and with good spoken and written English
Critical thinker and creative
Humble and respectful to other and a good team player.

Send the application to alternatedoors@gmail.com by 5th January.
In the application send a detailed cv with 3 referees 1 of which must be a former employer and include your phone contact and current and expected salary.Women are encouraged to apply

Finlays Jobs in Kenya,

 Finlays is Kenya’s largest agricultural export group employing 21,000 people and annually exporting 400 millions stems of flowers, 7 million kilos of vegetables, 26 million kilos of black tea and 3 million kilos of tea extract.

The organisation is geographically located in Nairobi, Naivasha, Kericho, Mt Kenya and Mombasa, together with 1,200 vegetables out growers throughout the country and 10,000 tea out growers.

Finlays, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Swire Group, maintains strategic focus to develop a sustainable business which in turn drives integration, development and growth possibilities within Kenya and internationally.

Assistant Regional Engineer

To join our Engineering Department in Mt. Kenya Region (Near Nanyuki - Laikipia).

Key Responsibilities
·                     Providing management oversight of the construction projects, including coordinating workers, materials and equipment while ensuring that specifications are being followed, and the work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.
·                     Supervise Building and Civil Engineering Contractors working in the region and ensure that specifications are adhered to.
·                     Keep daily records on all the construction projects showing the construction activity, labour, materials delivery and usage, weather conditions and any other item that might be agreed on from time to time.
·                     Prepare work plans for staff
·                     Supervise all the staff working in construction projects
The Candidate Profile
·                     At least Higher National Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised institution.
·                     At least three years’ experience on a busy construction site.
·                     At least one year’s experience in a busy design office.
·                     Strong attention to detail
·                     Strong organisation skills
·                     Excellent communicator both orally and in writing
·                     Ability to detail and draw using AutoCAD
·                     Good working knowledge of MS Project
·                     Good working knowledge of computer programs including MS Office Suite
·                     Ability to use standard surveying equipment including the dumpy level and theodolite
·                     Competent and licensed driver
Executive Driver

Based at our Head Office – Nairobi, for Finlays Cross Country Car Travel. Areas of travel may include Naivasha, Timau, Kericho as well as other Kenyan regions.

Qualifications
·                     O-Level and above
·                     10 years and above of experience driving VIP
·                     Must have a clean valid ABCE license and a valid PSV.
·                     Valid certificate of good conduct.
·                     Willing to work flexible hours.
·                     Good command of English
·                     Able to work with minimum supervision
·                     Confident and immaculately presented.
·                     Self disciplined
Application Procedure

Those who fulfill the above requirements should address their applications attaching a copy of their ID card and relevant certificates to the undersigned giving a reliable telephone contact before 4th January 2013.

Those who shall not have heard from us by 18th January 2013 should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Human Resources Director
Finlays Horticulture (Kenya) Limited
P.O. Box 10222-00400
Nairobi

Applications can also be emailed to: hrd.kenya@finlays.net