Zonal Manager

Job Title: ZONAL MANAGER

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Zonal Manager, reporting to the Capacity Building and Referral Network Manager, to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The  Capacity Building Zonal Manager support local partner capacity building initiatives to enable delivery of quality services.  S/he works closely with program technical leads in the program office to coordinate and standardize information, training, tools, and incentives for volunteer service providers.   As embedded staff within partner officers, s/he will assist field staff to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the project. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide training and technical assistance to support the implementation of the program services, including the continuum of response linking community, clinical and protective service providers.
• Maintain active dialogue with local authorities, local organizations, and a wide range of service providers to foster collaboration, build capacity for quality service delivery, and solicit feedback to make regular improvements.
• Coordinate with technical teams to identify gaps in performance and propose strategies to strengthen organizational and institutional capacity.
• Develop excellent working relationships with diverse stakeholders and comprehensive knowledge of other development programs and services to promote synergies.
• Ensure activity implementation achieves planned results, document developmental impacts and resolve any implementation issues in an efficient and professional manner.
• Produce and disseminate program briefs, abstracts, and other publications to showcase program lessons, and results to contribute to the wider sector knowledge and 

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree  in Management, Business Administration or any other related qualification; Masters’ Degree preferred.

Experience: 

• At least three years’ experience implementing family-centered programming for orphans and vulnerable children– preferably in USAID/PEPFAR programs.
• Experience working through local systems and structures to plan, coordinate, and monitor complex development programs.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships with civil society organizations and local government to promote learning and synergies.
• Excellent communicator with demonstrated experience in communicating to diverse stakeholders, including government officials at district, sector, and cell levels.

Computer Skills:

• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda 

Admin & Shipping Clerk Kenyan Jobs

Administration Kenyan Jobs

Earthoil Kenya, the cosmetics division of Treatt, grows processes and supplies organic essential and pressed seed oils to the cosmetic industry.

Earthoil Kenya manages the processing of raw ingredients through its oils pressing facilities, while also overseeing its contracted growers and community farmers throughout Africa.

Earthoil Kenya wishes to recruit an Administrative and Shipping Clerk who will be responsible of:

• Providing general office and logistics support.
• Performing general office duties such as maintaining files, licenses and records.
• Preparing general accounting schedules and basic book keeping.
• Assisting in organizing export logistics and purchases.
• Maintaining Director’s appointment schedule.
• Conserving management’s time by reading and routing correspondence, drafting letters and documents, collecting and analyzing information.
• Contributing to the team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed

Knowledge and Skills

• University Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• 1 – 2 years’ experience in Office Administration.
• Knowledge of MS Office and Accounting Software.
• Team player who pays attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, keeps timelines and with excellent communication skills.

If you meet the above requirements, please send your application to leopold.keram a@earthoil.com before 3rd March2014. Attach soft copies of your CV and certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

French Speaking Personal Assistant Job in Nairobi, Kenya

French Speaking Personal Assistant

PA in manufacturing industry.

PA Duties

·         exceptional written and oral communication skills;

·         excellent word processing and IT skills, including knowledge of a range of software packages;

·         ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines;

·         good organizational and time management skills;

·         ability to research, digest, analyses and present material clearly and concisely;

·         excellent interpersonal skills;

·         ability to work on your own initiative;

·         honesty and reliability;

·         attention to detail;

·         flexibility and adaptability to juggle a range of different tasks and to work extra hours to meet deadlines;

·         discretion and an understanding of confidentiality issues.

Professional Merit

·         Diploma /Degree in Business Administration or relevant courses required.

·         Must be good in accounting / numbers

·         Experience – more than 5 years.

·         Mature with a valid passport.

·         Must fluently speak and write FRENCH.

Salary; negotiable

Email your cv toriona@kentrain.co.ke by 8th of March 2014

PS; If you cannot speak French then we will not consider your application.

Finance and Administration (F&A) Manager (3 Career Jobs)-Uganda Jobs

Organisation: Jhpiego

Funding Source: USAID

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Jhpiego:

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155 countries, Jhpiego has worked to prevent the needless deaths of women and their families. Jhpiego works with health experts, governments and community leaders to provide high-quality health care for their people. Jhpiego develops strategies to help countries care for themselves by training competent health care workers, strengthening health systems and improving delivery of care.

Job Summary: The Finance and Administration (F&A) Manager will be responsible for providing the financial and administrative management, overseeing all financial and contractual aspects, for up to three upcoming USAID regional integrated health programs (HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, nutrition, family planning, and maternal, neonatal and child health care) in Uganda. Jhpiego is recruiting for up to three F&A managers one each to be based in Eastern Region, East-Central Region, and/or South Western Region in Uganda. The F&A Manager works closely with key program staff to ensure accurate financial, contractual and administrative reporting of the project. The F&A Manager will ensure that the financial reports are compatible with standard accounting practices and follow Jhpiego and USAID rules and regulations. The F&A Manager will be responsible for ensuring cost consciousness, efficient spending and for implementing and maintaining an on-site financial accounting and bookkeeping system required to assure the integrity and effective performance of regional Uganda financial operations. The F&A Manager oversees day-to-day coordination of financial activities for integrated health programs. Manages all sub-grants, ensuring compliance and reporting of sub-awardees. Provides technical assistance to partner finance departments as needed to ensure the highest level of integrity in financial operations. The F&A Manager supervises the Finance Officers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Manage all financial planning, budgeting and reporting for regional integrated health program.
• Offer technical guidance to the Chief of Party regarding the financial requirements of the project and office operations.
• Prepare timely and accurate budgets, track expenses, ensure that required financial controls and cost-performance monitoring mechanisms are in place and adhered to, prevent over or under expenditure of budgets, ensure proper safeguards of funds and ensure compliance with established USG and headquarters’ financial, accounting and administrative procedures.
• Periodically review, reconcile and monitor all project accounts, including major program operating accounts and petty cash operations involving cash advances.
• Determine updated monthly project accruals and projections to support forecasting accuracy and program completion, as required.
• Offer direction, monitoring and support to project team, including procurement for goods and services, logistical support for local and international travel for staff and consultants, financial oversight of local sub-grantees (as needed)  and maintenance of office inventory
• Provide guidance and support for contracts development and management
• Provide financial capacity-building for local grantees
• Maintain and administer project financial accounting system.
• Prepare  the monthly financial report by using adapted finance software (QuickBooks).
• Use various software applications such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphic packages to assemble, manipulate, and format data and/or reports.
• Implement and oversee a detailed financial reporting and reimbursement process in accordance with Jhpiego's established financial system.
• Make in-country budget adjustments and other cost improvement measures, as required.
• Direct and oversee the monitoring and annual auditing of cost-share requirements, tracking and reporting.
• Work collaboratively with the project team and headquarters staff to ensure proper project and financial reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions.
• Provide financial reports, including pipeline analysis, quarterly project reports, or as requested by the donor.
• Ensure that USAID resources are appropriately directed to program priorities and are in line with program work plans.
• Contribute to program team in developing work plans and annual budgets for program activities and local office costs.
• Manage all sub-grants to local grantees ensuring sub-awardees’ compliance and reporting
• Work closely with auditors during audit of the program.
• Serve as a resource person for non-finance staff on USAID, JHU and Jhpiego rules and policy.
• Provide financial oversight to all finance officers.
• Ensure that proper human resources administration procedures are in place for project staff, including tracking of leave, sick days, absence and other human resources actions.
• Ensure compliance by all assigned staff to the JHU and Jhpiego timekeeping requirements, as well as, the staff’s timely approval of timesheets.
• Ensure that Jhpiego personal files for project staff have all the relevant records including employment agreement and job description

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The Finance and Administration Manager should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting
• Significant experience in administrative and financial management of international programs larger than US $10 million per year
• At least seven years’ experience working in international health in developing countries and in Uganda with emphasis in at least two of the following technical areas HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, nutrition, family planning, and maternal, neonatal and child health care.
• A minimum of seven years’ experience in  financial analysis, financial reporting, cash flow analysis, budget development and forecasting, preferably on international health projects.
• Relevant experience living and working oversees, including supporting implementation of national/provincial/regional/district-level programs
• Seven or more years of senior-level work experience with USAID or other donors
• Knowledge of USG cost principles, including USAID regulations, GAAP accounting rules and grants contract management
• Familiarity with USAID policies and administrative procedures
• Proficiency in writing and editing letters, reports and documents
• Highly proficient in the use of financial software applications (QuickBooks), databases, spreadsheets, and/or word processing. Other software packages include: Microsoft Outlook, Access, Excel and Word.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English
• Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally
• Ugandan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply

How to Apply:
If you feel you can serve Jhpiego in its USAID Projects as the Finance and Administration Manager, please feel free to visit the web link below to express your further review full job requirements on recruitment website and Apply.

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Solar Liaison Officer - Uganda Job

Organisation: Total Uganda         

Duty Station: Nwoya District, Uganda

Reports to: Head of Social Affairs and the Social Investment Coordinator

About Us:

Our Client, Total seeks to recruit a highly motivated and competent candidate to fill the position above. As an Energy provider, TOTAL is developing worldwide the access to solar lamps system for low income populations not connected to the grid.  This job involves establishing a solar energy business in the districts of Nebbi, Nwoya and Buliisa. Other districts of implementation be Masindi and Kiryandongo. The job holder will be involved in developing and growing different business segments with the aim of selling solar lamps in an area that has no Total petrol station.

Job Summary: The Solar Liaison Officer will primarily oversee the development of the Total Access to Solar project in block 1.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiates sales process by building relationships; assessing potential markets; scheduling appointments with different business segments in block 1.
• Participate in various events within the block that promote the solar products.
• Develop sales of solar products by making initial presentation and explaining product details to a range stakeholders.
• Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in block 1 to generate new business for solar products
• Provide the Total management with oral and written reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products on a weekly basis.
• Develop after sales services well as product recycling programmes as part of the supply value chain in the targeted area for the solar business.
• Manage the solar inventory within the store in the camp and prepare periodic reconciliations.
• Investigate and develop specific business opportunities for low income populations in the target districts.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should possess a University degree in Economics, business administration, Project management.
• At least four to five years’ experience in sales prospecting, negotiating, and closing experience.
• Ability to maintain good relations with a wide range of local stakeholders, Microfinance Institutions, NGOs, business community, local authorities and local communities among others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess high levels of integrity in contacting business
• Exhibit commitment to team environment and to being a strong team player.
• Adapt to frequent travel within the region
• Excellent Computer skills (Word, Excel and power point).
• Good report writing and analytical skills
• Fluent in Alur , Acholi, Runyakitara and Lugungu
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses

Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements

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Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Jobs

Re-Advertised

Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Ltd., a well-established Sacco in the country has openings in the followings positions in response to its rapid growth and expansion in its branch network
1. Accountants (2)

Applicants must have the following minimum qualifications

• Bachelor of commerce or business administration
• CPA II or ACCA II
• Computer literate

2. Tellers (2)

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business course (banking & finance) or diploma in cooperative management /banking. &Finance
• Proficiency in MS office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

In both positions, the ideal candidate shall be a fresh graduate below 40 years willing to work in a rural setting.

An attractive package will be offered to the successful person

Interested persons who meet the above criteria should send their applications accompanied by detailed CVs and certificates to the undersigned on or before 24th January 2014 at 4.00. PM
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
The Chief Executive Officer,
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Ltd,
P.O. Box 1335-40200,
Kisii

Brand Manager Jobs

Job Location: Thika
A leading food manufacturing company in Kenya using the best and latest state of the art processing technologies available to produce quality products

Role Objective

• An ideal candidate should know how to: monitor market trends and oversee advertising and marketing activities to ensure the right message is delivered for a brand portfolio.
• He/she will be responsible for developing plans and executing projects and initiatives that support the broader short and long-term marketing strategy.

Skills and Competencies

• Understanding FMCG trade marketing & distribution operations across all channels,
• Supply chain knowledge
• Sales, customer relationship, business development skills
• Language skills: English and Swahili
• High analytical skills (with proven track record) / Strong Excel knowledge
• Team player. Put her/his interest after those of the team
• Experience in developing and activating marketing plans in FMCG environments
• Strong orientation to results and to go beyond market requirement and need
• Knowledge of the digital environment
• Creative and innovative

Requirement:

• Graduates of degree in Commerce, Business Administration majoring in marketing or any other related field
• Professional Qualification in Marketing will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years’ experience in an FMCG/B2C environment

Disclaimer
 

Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements stated above need not apply.

Only those fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email

• Their Detailed Cvs,
• Indicating Your Availability
• Expected Salary

On the Subject line clearly indicate “BRAND MANAGERS”.  

E-mail to: therecruiter@dafinaconsultants.com by 24th January 2014.

Sales Representative (Medical Equipment)

Industry: Service

Location: Nairobi

Salary: KSh 30 – 40K gross
Our client, a leading distributor and supplier of Health Care and Scientific Equipment in Kenya is looking for a Customer care representative who will provide customers with first line information on product offering and service information.

Job Duties:

• Attracts potential customers by answering product and service questions; suggesting information about other products and services.
• Updating and recording customer account information.
• Resolves product or service problems by clarifying the customer's complaint, recording and communicates the complaint to relevant service personnel. Following up to ensure resolution.
• Maintains customer accounts and processes customer adjustments.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff.
• devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing
• screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate
• meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority
• dealing with incoming  post, often corresponding on behalf of the manager;
• Organizing and attending periodic departmental meetings and ensuring that all attending are well prepared for meeting taking minutes and ensuring that all agreed has been followed.
• Preparation of overseas order document in collaboration with the responsible sales manager.
• Verification of goods received in stores against order placed, in collaboration with responsible sales manager.
• Assisting with preparation of customer invoices and co-ordination of deliveries to customers.
• Follow up of payment with customers in collaboration with responsible sales manager. Maintaining records of paid and pending invoices
• Maintaining log of all departmental personnel locations and assignment on a daily basis.
• Any other duties as may be allocated by the departmental Head.

Qualifications & Experience:

• College Degree/Diploma in Sales & Marketing or Administration 
• At least 2 years experience in a busy organization
• Customer Service,
• Familiarity with a professional work environment

Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes

• Quality Focus,
• Problem Solving,
• Documentation Skills,
• Listening, and Phone Skills,
• Analyzing Information,
• Multi-tasking
• Mature, Self-driven and of high Integrity

If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke indicating the title on the subject line as (Sales Representative Medical Equipment 30 - 40K) before 23rd January, 2014
We do not charge for interviews.
Please note your current salary on your CV. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Loans Manager Finance Kenyan Job

Finance Kenyan Job 2014
Vacancy Loans Manager

Our Client a fast growing microfinance with operations in Kenya is seeking graduate applicants for the Loans Manager position.

The incumbent will be the front-line employee with key contact to potential and existing clients. He will be responsible for the entire cycle of client relations and credit Portfolio management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Microfinance/Business Administration or related field
• Good exposure in credit rating and management
• At least 5 years experience in Microfinance Institutions
• Proficiency in M.S Office packages
• Demonstrate high level of organization and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• High level of dynamism, autonomy, accuracy and anticipation.
• Should be positive, outgoing and a good team player with leadership ability.
• Able to communicate fluently in both English and Kiswahili

The Ideal Candidate will possess the following attributes

• Customer Service and Risk management skills
• Personal and professional ethics
• Target driven and result oriented
• Well developed communication (oral and written) skills
• Dependable & Team player

Qualified candidates to send their application letter and an up-to-date C.V with telephone contacts for at least three current referees to: apply@kjobsc.com  or visit www.kjobsc.com to contact us and for more information on this among other opportunities by Tuesday 30th January 2014.

Program Assistant Jobs in Kenya

Program Assistant Jobs in Kenya: PATH is an international nonprofit organization that transforms global health through innovation. 

We take an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines and devices to collaborative programs with communities. 

Through our work in more than 70 countries, PATH and our partners empower people to achieve their full potential.

As part of PATH support to the Government of Kenya’s Ministry of Health, PATH seeks to hire an experienced Program Assistant.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Maintain office files for the program, ensuring confidentiality of all documents.
• Type, edit, format, proofread, distribute, and file correspondence, reports, and other project-related documents.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as photocopying, faxing, and scanning.
• Coordinate logistics for workshops and meetings as requested.
• Assist in planning the orientation of new employees.
• Make flight, hotel, and ground transportation arrangements for staff and visitors.
• Complete travel documentation for staff per PATH policy.
• Manage invitation letters and confirmations for visitors.
• Prepare agendas and organize materials for meetings.
• Monitor program activities and upcoming deadlines.

Required Skills

• Familiar with general office systems and equipment.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, detail oriented, organized, adaptable to changing priorities, and able to take the initiative and to meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated effectiveness producing accurate work product with attention to detail, even while under deadline pressure.
• Comfortable working in a team environment.
• Able to prioritize tasks with competing deadlines.
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years office experience in a similar role.
• Diploma in Business Administration or related subject.
• Experience working with international organizations is a plus.

For detailed job description and application materials - Program Assistant Jobs in Kenya
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