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Executive Director

Executive Director

An Exciting Leadership Opportunity with KIPPRA

The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is an independent public Institute established to support public policy in Kenya by contributing to the formulation of medium and long-term strategic perspectives for development of the country and developing the required human and institutional capacities. 

The Institute discharges this mandate by undertaking economic forecasting, policy analysis and research, and through capacity building.

KIPPRA is seeking to recruit a dynamic and result oriented individual for the position of Executive Director (ED). Reporting to the Board of Directors, the overall responsibility of the ED is to ensure that the Institute influences public policy in the country. 

The ED, an ex-officio member of and secretary to the Board, is responsible for the day to day management of the Institute subject to the direction of the KIPPRA Board; implementation of the Institute’s strategic plan; execution of Board decisions; provision of leadership and management; and ensuring effective overall administrative coordination, financial management, and high quality public policy research, analysis and dissemination.

Key responsibilities

• Identify emerging issues, plan and coordinate overall research programs of the Institute;
• Design work plans and disseminate findings to public policy stakeholders;
• Establish guidelines and schedules for regular updating of economic models based on research;
• Establish procedures for effective communication, dissemination, and coordination with Government and its agencies, universities and other research bodies, agencies of the private sector and civil society, donor agencies, and the general public;
• Oversee the development and implementation of Institute’s overall strategy;
• Manage institutional performance within the agreed framework of the Institute strategic plan and Performance Contract;
• Prepare and present progress reports to the Board of Directors;
• Lead the resource mobilization process to ensure that the Institute diversifies and grows funding streams;
• Put in place effective financial management policies and systems and report on financial performance;
• Ensure proper management and accountability of funds in line with financial policies of government and other stakeholders;
• Oversee the Institute’s procurement;
• Oversee the recruitment, training and development, reward and recognition of staff;
• Oversee the Institute’s knowledge management functions;
• Represent the Institute in diverse forums; and
• Perform any other duties as may be directed by the Board from time to time.

Person Specifications:

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• A Kenya citizen with PhD in Economics or related social science discipline;
• At least fifteen (1 5) peer-reviewed publications or ten (1 0) peer-reviewed journal papers and five (5) book chapters;
• At least ten (10) years’ experience in a research institution or equivalent, five (5) of which must be post PhD and at a senior management position;
• Demonstrated management and leadership skills with clear vision, including a track history of creativity, innovation, self-drive, and results-orientation;
• Experience in a) quantitative analysis and public policy research, and b) policy formulation and procedures of the Government of Kenya;
• Clear knowledge of Kenya Vision 2030 and ability to align research agenda to the Vision;
• Familiarity with development and research issues for developing countries and economies such as Kenya’s;
• Management experience in both personnel and budget control, including negotiation skills and familiarity with donor funding;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills;
• High professional and ethical standards in line with the integrity requirements of service and leadership in the Kenyan public service; and
• Familiarity with the Public Financial Management Act.

More details about KIPPRA can be accessed on the Institute’s Website: www.kippra.org.

Terms and Conditions

The successful candidate will be employed on a 5-year contract, renewable based on performance.
 

An attractive remuneration and benefits package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

If you believe your career objectives match this exciting position, please forward your application and detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration, contact details, names and contacts (telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees familiar with your qualifications and work experience, certified copies of clearance certificates from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), certificate of good conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and quoting reference number K1P109112 on or before 15 October 2012 addressed to:

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place, Waiyaki Way, Muthangari
P 0 Box 40092 00100 Nairobi
E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.ke

KIPPRA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply

Marketing Executives

Marketing Executives

A young Institute of legal studies based in Nairobi and whose mission it is to develop a new generation of paralegals and host seminars and workshops on legal topics, is recruiting two marketing executives to join the team responsible for student recruitment. 

You will be working on a portifollo of Diploma and  Certificate education programs, using both online and offline marketing techniques to reach acquisition targets. 

You will be responsible for devising and implementing tactical campaigns to deliver student and participant targets and to raise the Institute’s profile and reputation, while at the some time monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of all marketing activities, 

To be considered for this challenging and exciting role, you will need a degree (or its equivalent) in marketing, experience of using offline and on-line marketing channels,be a self starter and an excellent communicator who is comfortable giving presentation to large and small groups.

All applications must be made online (mbuguaadvocates@yahoo.com) before 22nd October, 2012. It is the policy of the Institute to conduct background checks as part of its hiring process.

Pan Africa Director

Pan Africa Director

Contract Type: Open ended

Salary Range: £33,107 - £53,456 Net per annum. 

A competitive salary package including benefits will be negotiated with the right candidate based on skill and experience. 

Benefits include Accommodation, Education, Medical and Pension among others 

Are you passionate about working with African citizens, civil society and states to transform injustice, poverty and inequalities in Africa? If yes, this job might just be the one you have been looking for.

Background

OXFAM is one of the world’s leading agencies enabling people affected by injustice, poverty and natural disasters to reclaim power over their circumstances. 

With over 5,000 staff and dedicated volunteers in more than 80 countries, OXFAM combines public campaigning, emergency response work and long-term development programmes for lasting change. 

The OXFAM Pan Africa programme promotes active citizenship, effective national governance and the realization and enjoyment of fundamental freedoms and human rights. 

We work with social movements, CSOs and their coalitions, the African Union and Governments to influence, popularise and implement key international and continental policy standards, pledges and human rights instruments. 

We also support a strong and autonomous Pan Africa campaigning force of coalitions, alliances and social movements around their own objectives.

The role

• As an International Director, you will be an OXFAM spokesperson on Africa for a full range of international and national mass and media. 
• You will maintain and build new relationships with a wide range of leaders within multi-lateral, Government and civil society agencies as well as developing alliances and social movements. 
• Working with OXFAM International in continental and global forums to agree common policy and communications lines, you will directly contribute to the overall leadership of OXFAM through active contribution to/leadership of organizational initiatives, strategies and thinking. 
• Directly manage and coach 6 programme staff to creatively deliver on Strategic Plan objectives and Euro 2.2 million annual budget and effectively use a range of campaign techniques to bring about change, including research, digital and mass media, public mobilisation and working in alliances.

The Person
You will have:

• Excellent representational, mobilization and fundraising skills, ability to negotiate in alliances with others and represent at very senior levels.
• Proven strategic planning and advocacy management skills in Africa with an ability to develop and lead others to deliver strategic outputs in line with the requirements of an evolving global strategy.
• Well developed people management and team skills, high self awareness and proven ability to be flexible and sensitive in demanding situations. Passion for working with others.
• Commitment to values of inclusiveness, empowerment, accountability and gender equality

This is a great opportunity for a dedicated and dynamic professional with a Pan African vision and African citizens are encouraged to apply. 

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV including a day time contact by applying online at http://www.oxfam.org.uk/what-we-do/about-us/working-at-Oxfam using INT5770. 

Short listing will take place alongside the running advert which closes on 25 October 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Civicon Engineering

Civicon is the name behind some of the most advanced and prestigious projects/facilities in Kenya and across Eastern Africa. 

As a Company, we take pride in providing our clients with on time and reliable solutions to their most complex engineering and logistical challenges.

We are recognized as a key player in the engineering industry and known for our innovation and go-get attitude.

The Company seeks to recruit experienced and qualified candidates to fill the following positions, based in South Coast, Kwale County :-

1. Machinery Alignment/Pump Installation Engineers
2. Structural Steel Foremen/Engineers
3. Quantity Surveyors — Experience in ConstructionlMechanical Engineering
4. Conveyor Installation/Elevator Engineers/Supervisors
5. QAIQC Supervisors/Officers
6. HSE Practitioners
7. Surveyors/Geomatic Engineers

We are looking for professionals and technical experts who possess :-

• Degree and/or Diploma in engineering or equivalent;
• 5 - 10 years of relevant experience in construction and heavy engineering;
• Good understanding of machinery installation and construction;
• Possess initiative and pro-active attitude with a drive to get a project done;
• Proven ability to build, lead and manage engineering and construction teams.

Eligible applicants should submit their applications including Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Scanned Copies of Certificates clearly stating the position applied for and addressed to hr@civicongroup.com on or before 17th October 2012.

External Audit Services

Tender Notice – External Audit Services
End Of Financial Year

(A) Background:
Founded in 1971, Food for the Hungry (FH) is a Christian relief and development organization whose primary purpose is to facilitate sustainable development and provide emergency relief to those in need. FH’s mission is to walk with churches, leaders and families to eliminate all form of poverty through holistic responses. FH operates programs and projects in 26 countries around the world.

(b) Objectives Of The Audit: To express an opinion on the financial statements make recommendations on internal controls system, review and confirm donor funded projects and issue an audit report for financial year.

(c) Scope Of The Audit:
To conduct an Audit in accordance with the generally accepted International Auditing Standards for the period October 1, 2011 to September 30, 2012. This will involve review of the financial statements, the books of accounts and the underlying records, as well as confirm the assets of the organization.

(d) Audit Deliverables (Report):
Issue an Audit report expressing an opinion on the financial statements in accordance with generally accepted International Standards on Auditing.

(e) Audit Timetable:
The audit is expected to commence from December 15, 2012 and completed within four weeks and report submitted to FH/Kenya by January 31, 2013.

(f) Proposals:
Only Financial proposal is required. This should be sealed and deposited in the FH/Kenya tender box at the reception between 8am and 3pm Mondays- Fridays. The proposals should be addressed to “The FH Kenya Tender Committee, Ref No.FHK-14256, P.O. Box 14978-00800, Nairobi. FH Kenya is situated at Life Ministry Centre, 3rd Floor, Jabavu Road next to Kilimani Police Station and delivered on or
before October 19, 2012

(g) Terms Of Payment: 100% on successful completion of Audit.

(h) Contacts:
For purposes of this proposal you may contact John on e-mail: jmarangu@fh.org
and/or telephone number 0733-937522, 0722203725

(i) FH/Kenya reserves the right to:
Accept or reject any tender;Annul the tender process and reject all the tenders at
any time prior to the award of the contract, without thereby incurring any liability to
any tenderer; or Conduct interviews, reference enquiries, office location visits, etc.

Forensic Audit

Request for Bids for Conducting Forensic Audit

Qualified audit firms with well established and suitably resourced Forensic departments are invited. 

Terms of reference and detailed description of the task will be issued to the applicant on payment of non refundable fee of Kshs. 3,000 to Balozi Housing Co-operative Society Ltd, Account No.0102095172500 Standard Chartered Bank Kenyatta Avenue on or before 17/10/2012.

Applicants should collect the bid documents at Balozi Housing Co-operative Society offices situated in Muthaiga North, off Thika road, and Garden Estate. 

It borders the New Kikuyu PCEA Hospital (Thika road) formerly Laverne International school on the upper side & G.S.U headquarters on the Southern side. 

Bids to be collected between 9am and 4pm from Monday to Friday from the Manager on presentation of the bank deposit slip. An official receipt will be issued.

Qualifications

• Provide company profile, legal status and professional registration documents of the partners and CV of their senior staff.
• Details of the firm ownership, citizenship and the physical location of the firm.
• Letters of Reference for the satisfactorily completed forensic projects for the last three years.
• Provide evidence of being registered as an audit services provider with the commissioner of cooperatives.
• Litigation History of the company if any. Bidding firms should submit their completed applications on or before 5pm on 29/10/2012.

The successful firm will be expected to commence work on 1/11/2012.

Only short listed firms will be contacted for the interview.

Bids to be addressed to,
The Treasurer
Balozi Housing Co-operative Society Ltd
P.O. Box 10548-00100
Nairobi, and delivered to the Society’s office.
Cell Phone 0723 159 602

FilmAid International Production Coordinator

About FilmAid: Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being.

Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. 

People of concern participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities. 

In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally relevant messaging. 

Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and concerns of beneficiary communities. FilmAid also seeks to experiment with other media that can be used to achieve its stated goals

FilmAid is seeking to recruit a Production Coordinator with the general objective of the Control all program, technical, organizational and logistical aspects of FilmAid productions. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Examine and interpret program documents, generate work plans and develop and manage production budgets.
• Work directly with the location production teams to ensure quality and timely audio-visual and print products are realised.
• Generate production workflows and oversee general production management. 
• Ensure products generated meet industry quality standards
• Provide effective staff supervision and conduct regular appraisals to ensure maximum performance.
• Maintain a liaison with local authorities and community leadership regarding production activities.

Requirements:

• Must be of Kenyan nationality OR Must be eligible to work in Kenya. 
• Experience in TV or film (Radio/Audio and Print an added advantage). 
• In-depth understanding of the production process. 
• Experience/Understanding of community media messaging principles and practices.
• A good understanding of production budget management. 
• Experience supervising or leading or being part of a cross-functional production team.
• Excellent production equipment literacy. 
• Videograhy /Photography skills. 
• Post production skills especially on Mac editing environment. 
• Media training (film and print) skills. 
• Content management and distribution experience/skills. 
• Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area.
• Team player, excellent interpersonal, organizational, multitasking and communication skills.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.

How to apply:

Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 21st October 2012 to: jobskenya@filmaid.org.

Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

FilmAid International Audio Producer - Dadaab Kenya

About FilmAid: Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being.

Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. 

People of concern participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities. 

In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally relevant messaging. 

Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and concerns of beneficiary communities. 

FilmAid also seeks to experiment with other media that can be used to achieve its stated goals.

FilmAid is looking to recruit an Audio Producer with the general objective of working closely with the Dadaab Production team to fulfill production editing needs. 

The Audio Producer reports to the Head of Production and will fulfill the following responsibilities: 

Key responsibilities: 

• Examine and interpret program documents, generate work plans and develop and manage audio production budget 
• Generate periodic (weekly, monthly and quarterly) audio production reports. 
• Editing raw recorded audio on a variety of programming types, from educational tutorials to fiction titles, interstitials, title/credit sequences and special projects. 
• In charge of maintaining efficient process flow of all audio edited material. 
• In charge of the pre-production, production and post-production audio production processes. 
• Developing an audio production schedule/ work plan. 
• Responsible for all stages of audio production. 
• In charge of production of audio scripts on key subject areas as directed by head of production. 
• Supervise audio production logs for broadcast 
• Assisting the head of production in the studio recording process. 
• QCing of edited material. 
• Processing audio (EQ, noise reduction) 
• Encoding audio file. 
• Provide effective staff supervision 
• Training youth filmmakers on audio production.

Requirements: 

• Must be of Kenyan nationality OR Must be eligible to work in Kenya. 
• Experience in working in a radio environment/audio or radio programming 
• Knowledge of audio editing software, including ProTools & Sound Forge and knowledge of the audio recording process. 
• Knowledge of how to set up and efficiently run a digital audio workstation. 
• Knowledge of handling a mixing board/audio mixer to ensure highest sound quality as can be achieved.
• Good understanding of production process 
• Additional skills in Videography/ Photography is an added advantage 
• Media Training (Film & Print) skills 
• Content Management and distribution experience
• Meticulous attention to detail as well as strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines. 
• Strong oral and written communications skills. 
• Good training skills 
• Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 
• Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area.
• Team player, excellent interpersonal, organizational and multitasking skills. 
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.

How to apply:

Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 22nd October 2012 to jobskenya@filmaid.org

Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Graduate Teachers

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Free The Children is an NGO based in Narok South district, we are looking to hire Graduate Teachers to join the existing team at our Girls high school with the following qualifications;

• Bachelor of Education from a reputable University in related subjects.
• Excellent organizational and communication (interpersonal/oral/written)
• Ability to work independently and be a team player
• Demonstration of clear, critical thinking and decision-making
• Excellent Computer skills and Project reporting skills
• Loyal, humble, appreciative, full of initiative and energetic
• Ability to work in a rural set up with limited resources

Subjects combination strictly.           

1. Kiswahili and Geography
2. Home Science and 1 subject   
3. Biology and Chemistry
4. Biology and Agriculture           
5. Maths and Physics           
6. History and C.R.E.           

If you meet the above requirement then Send us your CV ONLY indicating your current salary to;       

P.O Box 883 -00621, Nairobi
 

or e-mail: kenyainfo@freethechildren.com  by 19th October 2012.
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
 

For general information on the organization visit our website: www.freethechildren.com

Research Manager

Position: Research Manager
 

Reference Code: FK-2012-09-01
 

Deadline to Apply: Rolling, but no later than October 20, 2012
 

Start Date: January 2013 or as soon as possible
 

Location: Kisumu
 

Length of Commitment: Minimum of two years; ability to make a longer commitment is preferred
 

Introduction Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a rapidly growing, global organization, and operate in almost 40 countries. 

We design innovative, cutting-edge approaches to solving development problems, rigorously evaluate these programs and promote the adoption of those with proven impact. 

This occurs both through the dissemination of results to policy makers, practitioners, and donors, as well as through supporting the large-scale implementation of evidence-based programs. 

IPA-Kenya (IPAK) is IPA’s oldest country office, and the site of many of its most influential projects, including seminal studies on de-worming, clean water promotion, bed-net usage and fertilizer subsidies. 

IPAK employs more than 300 contracted staff working on 20 different projects across offices in various locations around Kenya. IPAK project staff work closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), researchers who are affiliated with elite academic institutions such as Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of California, Berkeley. 

IPAK is in the process of restructuring its project oversight design, and is creating an in-country Research Manager position to provide an additional layer of project support. The Research Manager will be given a portfolio of 4 to 5 projects to supervise. 

These projects will be based around a specific geographic area, and might include both evaluation and interventions components. They could span a range of technical areas, such as agriculture, health, governance and micro-finance. 

Possible examples might include: a project studying the comparative health benefit of water, hygiene, sanitation and nutrition interventions; a project measuring the impact of IT systems on sugar-cane farmer productivity; and a project testing methods of selecting and incentivizing community workers.
 

As part of their supervisory role, the Research Manager will work closely with the country office to ensure effective support is being given to projects, and projects are working within the relevant policies and procedures. 

The Research Manager will also participate in IPAK senior management discussions and contribute to IPAK research policy development and capacity building. 

This position will be based in Kisumu, focusing on projects in Western and Nyanza (travel required).
 

The Research Manager will be responsible for the following tasks: 

• Keep Country Director, or his/her designated representative, appraised of all developments on the projects in their portfolio, and serve as key link between the country office, project staff, and Principle Investigators. 
• Ensure project adherence in the field to general research design, sample selection, data management and analysis, and overall project management. 
• Oversee project financial management, including creation and monitoring of program budgets, and ensuring smooth integration of projects into IPA financial systems. 
• Work with country office staff to ensure sound human resource and operational management of project. 
• Directly supervise project research assistants (Project Associates or Project Coordinators), and help with transitions when new research staff come on board; maintain “institutional memory” of project activities. 
• Lead training on data management and general project management for new/incoming project research staff. 
• Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal training opportunities. 
• Attend regular meetings with local government officials and partners to ensure success of programmatic activities. 
• In select cases, support the dissemination of results via presentations and reports to academic and non-academic audiences. 

Desired Qualifications 

• Masters in development economics, or a field related to international economic development or health. Undergraduates with at least 5 years of field experience will also be considered. 
• Extensive experience conducting social science or economic field research. Background in randomized control trials is strongly preferred. 
• At least two years of project management experience. Extensive experience supervising data collection, teams of field workers, and survey design and implementation. 
• Experience with data management, econometrics, and advanced knowledge of Stata or any statistical packages preferably SPSS and or CSPro. 
• Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies required. Experience in conducting field research in developing countries required. 
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• Experience with presenting research findings at public forums, including to non-research focused audiences, is preferred. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English is required. Kiswahili proficiency is preferred.

How to Apply

To apply:  

Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address. 

Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.

Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices, 

or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org,

or by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia area code 50400 Kenya. 

If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line reads: “RESEARCH MANAGER.”REF NO: FK-2012-09-01. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by email for an interview. 

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Disclaimer: 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Research Manager. 

The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. 

Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. 

Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

Product Enhancement Leader

Dynamic People Consulting is recruiting a Product Enhancement Leader with experience in consulting for one of its clients. 

The overall role of the incumbent will be to serve as the liaison between the Commercial team, Operations team and Measurement Science teams regarding projects on data quality improvement.

The Product Enhancement Leader will be responsible for the following:

• Provides functional lead to the group of 3-5 people (CSM);
• Consults with internal and external clients and help provide expert technical consultation to solve complex Measurement Science (MSci) -related issues on project;
• Assists in rolling out new or enhanced services;
• Provides local knowledge answering questions to the Delivery team;
• Ensures Measurement Science services are delivered to the highest quality standards;
• Facilitate cross-team 2-way communication, including providing Measurement Science workflow update to commercial team;
• Compile and deliver documentation material such as power point slides for methodology questions and/or frequently asked questions;
• Participating in team projects and staff meetings;
• Work cross-functionally to provide a professional, clear response concerning projects to all internal and external clients.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in business management, economics, behavioral sciences, statistics, or a related field;
• 3-5 years cross-functional experience;
• Proven knowledge of market research;
• Strong analytic skills with experience in statistical modeling and analysis;
• Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint (Microsoft office applications), and SPSS/SAS.
• Ability to use statistical methodologies to analyze the data;
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Exceptional aptitude for data analysis;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• Proven ability to manage a team/ leadership experience.

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to recruitment@dpckenya.com

Only qualified candidates shall be contacted

Sales Supervisor / Asst Manager

Role: Sales Supervisor / Asst Manager

Role Category: Retail Sales

Key Skills: Retail Sales, channel sales, FMCG sales, Industrial Sales, Institutional Sales.

Industry: Foam & Mattress

Salary: 45k-50k

Functional Area: Sales, Retail, Wholesales &Business Development

Age Limit: 20-25 Years         

No of Positions: 2 (Male: 2 : Female: 0)

Job Description

• Responsible for Business Development in Channel Sales and Modern Trade, Super Market in local & Up country Markets.
• Able to handle a team size of 5-6 sales people with highly Business Minded& Good family Background.
• Coordination with the Sales Team &Commercial understanding and acumen.
• Achieving company Volume and Value team targets by Month, QTR & Yearly Basis.
• Capable to handle the entire products range and customers in his assigned territory.
• Plan & Implement Distribution Infrastructure for market coverage.
• Drive in Depth Distribution & Geographical Expansion.
• Managing existing Business into SuperMarkets, Wholesales & appointing new customers into new areas.
• Efficient stock management at Key sales points (Super Markets & Wholesalers)
• Tracking and analyzing competition on daily Basis.
• Develop & execute the trade.
• Marketing initiatives in co-ordination with Sales marketing department (BTL activities)     

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:

• Graduate- Business Management or Diploma in Sales.
• Min 5-6 yrs. of experience in the similar Trade.
• Candidate has to be Energetic, Go getter, Self-motivated person,
• Excellent communication Skills.
• Market understanding both General and Modern Trade.
• Graduate with a sound business experience background.

Opening Date from 8th Oct 

Closing date 15th Oct             

Email CV to MRiona165@gmail.com 

Merchandiser

Role: Merchandiser

Role Category: Advertising

Key Skills: Retail Merchandiser, Sales Promotion, and Client Relationship.

Industry: Foam & Mattress

Functional Area: Product Advertising

Salary: 20k  

Age Limit: 20-25 Years 

No of Positions: 1 (Male: 1 ; Female: 0)

Job Description

• To execute 2-3 National Promotions in the year.
• Calendar Planning,
• Store trials, evaluation and analysis;
• National launch, tracking business indices and impact;
• Execution of store specific plans to support each campaign.
• Managing Creative agency to deliver high quality creative output to the briefs.
• Coordination with the sales Team for successful launch of the product.
• Regional festival activation.
• Calendar to be made in the beginning of the year and Execution to be done according to calendar.
• To handle the Market Research and Consumer Insights.
• Weekly tracker and reporting; regular monitoring of performance.
• Marketing initiatives in co-ordination with Sales department (BTL activities) 

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:

• Any Graduate.
• Min 3-4 yrs. of experience in the similar Trade.
• Candidate has to be Energetic, Go getter, Self-motivated person,
• Excellent communication Skills.
• Market understanding both General and Modern Trade.
• Graduate with a good family background.

Opening Date from 8th Oct

Closing date 15th Oct             

Email CV to MRiona165@gmail.com 

Sales Representatives

Role: Sales Representatives

Role Category: Retail Sales

Key Skills: Retail Sales, channel sales, FMCG sales, Hotel & Hospitals, Industrial Sales, Institutional Sales.

Salary: 20k to 25k

Industry: Foam & Mattress

Functional Area: Sales, Retail, Wholesales & Business Development

Age Limit: 20-25 Years.                                          

No of Positions: 6

Male: 2 .No’s                                                                          

Female: 4 .no’s     

Job Description

• Responsible for Business Development in Channel Sales and Modern Trade, Super Market in the assigned region/Area/Territory. (Nairobi & Upcountry Province Wise)
• Highly Business Minded & Good family Background.
• Commercial understanding and acumen.
• Achieving Volume and Value targets by daily weekly, Month, QTR & Yearly Basis.
• Must be handling the entire products range and customers in the assigned territory.
• Plan & Implement Distribution for market coverage.
• In Depth Distribution drive for Geographical Expansion.
• Managing existing Business into Super Markets, Retailers Wholesales & appointing new customers into new areas.
• Efficient stock management at Key sales points (Super Markets & Wholesalers)
• Tracking and analyzing competition.
• Develop & execute trade.
• Marketing initiatives in co-ordination with marketing department (BTL activities)       

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:

• Graduate- Business Management or Diploma in Sales.
• Min 2-3 yrs. of experience in the similar Trade or FMCG.
• Candidate has to be Energetic, Go getter, Self-motivated person,
• Excellent communication Skills.
• Market understanding both General and Modern Trade.
• Graduate.

Opening Date from 8th Oct 

Closing date 15th Oct             

Email CV  to MRiona165@gmail.com      

Finance and Office Administrator

Increasing access to quality education and improving living standards of vulnerable children.

Position Description

Job Title: Finance and Office Administrator

Reports to: Program Manager, FoRK.

Based at: Friends of Rangi’ Office – Genga Sub-Location,  Central – Gem location, Homa - Bay District, Nyanza Province.

Purpose of the Role:
 

To  assist in management and implementation  of financial and administrative duties of the organization, and be responsible for financial planning, supervision and reporting.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Ensures that Friends of Rang’I is operating within the Kenyan and International Accounting Standards;
• Establish, manage and regularly review all finance procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance to the organization’s Finance policies;
• Provide leadership, oversight and advice on financial matters;
• Monitor annual project budgets and proposal budgets;
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting on monthly basis to the board through the PM;
• Maintain and update the project filing system;
• Liaise with the bank and relevant government institutions;
• Keep financial documents and records to meet the organizational requirements;
• Reconcile bank accounts and petty cash and report to the board through the PM;
• Assist the process of financing and annual audits;
• Correspond on the various administrative matters;
• Develop systems for handling enquiries that save time without comprising supporter relationships;
• Keep records of the office supplies, materials and equipment;
• Compiling of organization’s annual returns and submitting to the NGO office.

Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Accounting/Finance or Business/Commerce;
• High level of skills in project planning and management, demonstrated skills in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines;
• Strong communication, analytical and report writing skills with fluency in spoken and written English;
• Knowledge and skills in computing;
• Able to handle office administration independently;
• Demonstrated interpersonal skill in working with a multi-disciplinary team;
• Outgoing personality with excellent customer service skills;
• Commitment to Friends of Rang’I vision and mission;

Friends of Rang’i is an equal opportunity employer. 

Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

Applications should include;

• Letter of application indicating interest
• Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
• Three letters of reference with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
• Copies of Certificates

Applications Due: 12th October 2012. Applications will be accepted either through e-mail to:

Recruitment Committee, Friends of Rang’I Organization.

E-mail: recruitment@friendsofrangi.org

Or posted: P. O. Box 19146 ( 40123), Mega City, Kisumu.

Or dropped: Happy villages Offices ( Kisumu – Mega City )

NB; Full Terms of Reference are available at www.friendsofrangi.org/work-with-us