Driver Job in Nairobi – USAID PMI VectorLink Kenya Project

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1.

Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria.

Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world.

Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 22 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project is led by Abt Associates, an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project seeks a candidate for the USAID-funded PMI VectorLink Kenya Project in the following position:-

Driver- Nairobi

Duty Station / Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Under the supervision of the Procurement Officer, the Driver operates and maintains project vehicles to meet the transportation needs of the PMI VectorLink Project in Kenya.

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

Migori County Warehouse Manager Job Vacancy – USAID PMI VectorLink Kenya Project

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1.

Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria.

Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world.

Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 22 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project is led by Abt Associates, an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project seeks a candidate for the USAID-funded PMI VectorLink Kenya Project in the following position:-

Warehouse Manager – Migori County

Duty Station / Location: Migori County, Kenya

Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the Warehouse Manager will serve as the lead person in warehousing and the supply chain activities at the county level.

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead VectorLink Kenya project activities in warehousing at the county and sub-county levels.
• Provide strategic guidance to the county coordinator and program and supply chain coordinator on warehousing and supply chain issues.
• Strengthens local project capacity and other government partners in warehousing and distribution.
• Ensure that all of the VectorLink warehousing best practices and tools are being used for management of IRS commodities, and that all procedures are done in accordance with the IRS Best Management Practices.
• Promote use of PMI VectorLink computerized warehouse management system, recommend improvements and strategically lead further implementation at all county warehouses.
• Promote the use of data to inform and guide decision making by continually identifying gaps and developing corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and Implement a plan to transfer key warehousing functions to the MOH/county government
• Quality control and receipt of delivered goods, and the processing of customs clearance, tax reimbursement.
• Management of the project’s inventory control system, including storage, quality control, inventory record keeping, and inventory reporting.
• Directs and supervises the storage, distribution, and transport of IRS commodity goods and equipment throughout the target counties, sub-counties and operation site stores.
• Ensuring safety, proper tracking and accountability for all IRS inventory at all operational sites.
• Perform any other duty assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification requirements include the following:

International Republican Institute (IRI) Program Officer Job in Nairobi, Kenya


The International Republican Institute (IRI) is competitively recruiting a Program Officer to support program implementation.This position is based in the institute’s Nairobi office.

IRI is a Washington, DC-based nonpartisan, nongovernmental organization dedicated to advancing democracy worldwide by developing political parties, civic institutions, open elections, democratic governance, and rule of law.

IRI has worked in Kenya since 1992, with initiatives to strengthen the multiparty political system, promote citizen engagement in democratic processes, develop legislative skills and improve parliamentary practices, and contribute to the consolidation of a democratic electoral system.

Program Officer

Position Overview: The Program Officer (PO) will oversee the development and implementation of IRI programs in Kenya, focusing on citizen participation, devolution, electoral and political processes, and local governance.

S/he will work as part of IRI’s program team and support the Program Manager in developing program strategy, drafting program proposals and reports, organizing and implementing program activities, assisting in program monitoring and evaluation, and overseeing program budgets.

The Program Officer will report directly to the Resident Program Director (RPD) and is supervised on a daily basis by the Program Manager (PM).

Scope of Work

• Research, write and edit time-sensitive program documents and budgets, activity reports, funding proposals, and training materials;
• Provide efficient and timely action on administrative and financial matters, written assignments and submission of reports;
• Assist the Program Manger and M&E staff with monitoring budgets and expenditures for assigned program areas, and negotiating and preparing contracts, sub-grants, and other financial and project implementation documents;
• Design, develop and assist the Program Manager to execute and administer program events to ensure that reporting requirements are met, projects remain within budget allocations, and program objectives are completed on schedule;
• Update and maintain program resource files and program participants’ contacts for purposes of communications, monitoring, evaluation and internal reporting;
• Cultivate relationships and communicate with relevant Government officials, local partners, and members of the diplomatic and donor community on behalf of his/her supervisor, and represent IRI at public functions;
• Work in concert with the Program Manager to monitor and evaluate the performance of IRI and partner organizations program activities, identifying successes and failures and recommending program adjustments accordingly;
• Assist the Program Manager in managing team projects and objectives, and lead the development of work product in collaboration with other staff;
• Travel to various parts of Kenya, as necessary to support program implementation, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation, and
• Perform any other duties assigned to support specific program objectives or other IRI work in Kenya.

Qualifications

Ujamaa-Africa NGO Accountant Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Ujamaa-Africa is an NGO that promotes economic empowerment, personal security and health for vulnerable women through prevention strategies.

We are continuously conducting groundbreaking research and scale up our interventions and have thus far demonstrated a dramatic decrease in the prevalence of rape in the area we work in.

Accountant

We are looking for an Account professional who will be responsible for maintaining accurate, up to date and complete financial records for all financial and post transactions using Quick books.

Maintain financial supporting documentations, review payment vouchers for supplier’s payments, carry out monthly Bank Reconciliations, and respond on a timely basis to all suppliers’ inquiries.

Location: Nairobi

Terms: Fixed term (1-year contract)

Specific duties and responsibilities:

Marie Stopes Kenya Medical Detailor Job Vacancy

Position: Medical Detailor
Reporting To: Social Marketing Manager
Duty Station: Support Office with constant travel to the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Detailing of products to health providers with an aim of reducing maternal deaths and generating income.
• Conducting Continuous Medical Education to health service providers on use of products in management of various indications for reduction of maternal deaths.
• Supplying and distribution of products to pharmacy retail and wholesale outlets
• Planning, budgeting and executing of field marketing activities on the products to health service providers countrywide.
• Managing and accounting for the budgetary allocations for the field activities
• Identifying other Non Governmental Organizations to partner with in reduction of maternal deaths.
• Creating general awareness on the dangers of PPH and Un safe abortions to the communities through campaigns
• Monitoring and evaluating the field activities.
• Generating reports to the Social Marketing Manager

Requirements:

• Between the ages of  28- 35 years
• Qualifications in B.Sc general/ B. Sc in Biomedical sciences with 2nd class upper.
• Over 4 years experience in Pharmaceuticals sales and marketing( coverage of the Rift valley, Nyanza, western and Mombasa regions would be desirable)
• Clean and valid driving license with over 5 years driving experience ( both manual and automatic  vehicle driving experience desirable)
• Good communication and pleasant interpersonal skills
• Good financial management skills
• Always highly motivated  and quite innovative
• Willing to extensively travel throughout the country

Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees (2 immediate former supervisors) should be submitted to:

People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya

On or before 16th November, 2012

NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject as ‘Medical Detailer’

Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

UNDP National Individual Consultant to Review and Documentation of the Consequences of the 2007 Post General Election Violence

National Individual Consultant
Review and Documentation of the Consequences of the 2007 Post General Election Violence

Background
Kenya held the fourth multiparty General Election on 27th December, 2007. The dispute that followed the announcement of the result of that election by the Election Commission of Kenya (ECK) on 30th December, 2007 quickly degenerated into an unprecedented sevenweek long spate of violence in the Coast, Nairobi, Nyanza, Rift Valley and Western Provinces.

The conflict led to an estimated loss of 1,200 lives, dislocation of about 301,000 people, destruction of property, heightened ethnic hatred and general destruction of social and economic life. UNDP as a long term development partner played a crucial role in facilitating and ensuring peace negotiations, mobilizing Development Partners and recovery efforts.

As Kenya prepares for the forth coming election in March 4, 2013, it is very important as part of peace advocacy and civic education that the effects of the 2007 general elections are documented as a cautionary measure against repetition.

Objective
Assessment of the impact of the post-election on the lives of the affected population.

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application which should include the following:

1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae

2. UNDP Personal History Form (P11) ( template provided)

3. Proposal for implementing the assignment (template provided)

Please quote “Review and Documentation – 2007 Post General Election Violence” on the subject line.

Applications should be emailed to consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us not later than Tuesday, 20 November 2012 at 12.00 Noon, Kenya Time.

Please see the Terms of Reference, the P11 form, the Individual Contract Proposal form and the Terms and Conditions of Individual Contracts under by visiting the UNDP Kenya Website:
http://www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements

AMREF Security Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Security Manager
Reference Number: KCO/ART/001/2012
Duty Station: Nairobi
Closing Date: 23 November 2012

AMREF is looking for an organised, highly motivated and results oriented individual to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa, in the position of Security Manager.

This position is based in Nairobi and reports to the Country Director.

Purpose of the Job
To provide leadership and management of all security concerns in Kenya and act as the focal person for AMREF global security.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain an AMREF joint Security Risk Management System
• Provide leadership, advice and counsel to all staff and management across AMREF in achieving current and long range strategic security objectives
• Monitor and evaluate performance on key security issues and programs, recommend corrective action programs as appropriate
• Responsible to perform annual risk analysis for the country, particularly with respect to level of crime, terrorism, workplace violence, threats from natural and manmade disasters which should be reviewed on a quarterly basis or as necessary
• Lead in communication on security matters and disaster recovery
• Ensure that the appropriate level of training is provided for all staff on disasters; fire and bomb procedures; use of technical equipment and routine security duties
• Maintain knowledge of complex industry trends, current security issues and security technology and update management on risk and threat that could impact AMREF business

Qualifications and Competencies

• The ideal candidate should have a Bachelors Degree in Peace and Security Studies or its equivalent with over five (5) years of relevant work experience. 

AMREF Administration Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Administration Manager
Reference Number: KCO/ADMIN/001/2012
Duty Station: Nairobi
Closing Date: 23 November 2012

We are looking for individuals who are organized, highly motivated and results oriented to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa, to fill the following positions.
Purpose of the job:

To provide administration leadership and operations of the country programme.

Core Function:- The incumbent should have extensive experience in management and administration of procurement, transport & fleet management, maintenance, renovation and construction of buildings, assets and inventory management and utilities management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership through co-ordination and supervision of the implementation of administration strategies.
• Design and implement administration policies by establishing standards and procedures, measuring results against standards and making necessary adjustments.
• Ensure efficient and effective management of administration functions including quality improvement and quality control of administration functions.
• Supervises the efficient and effective running of procurement, transport & fleet management, buildings maintenance and utilities.
• Maintains an up to date inventory and asset register for all AMREF fixed assets.
• Co-ordinates management of facilities, general insurance and contract management.
• Manages department’s resources including staff, budgets and assets.
• Preparation of annual administration budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions.
• Reviews and analyzes administration function reports and summarizes them for information sharing and implementation as necessary.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of a Masters Degree in Business Administration or its equivalent with over five (5) years of relevant work experience.  
• Professional training in procurement will be an added advantage.  
• Must be ICT proficient and hands on experience in procurement and fleet management systems.
• Should have good interpersonal skills, good written and oral communication skills, ability to prioritize duties and work under minimal supervision.

Interested candidates should quote the position and reference number (KCO/ADMIN/001/2012) in the subject matter and send their CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org - do not attach certificates and testimonials.

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 23rd November, 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF Grants Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Grants Officer
Reference Number: KCO/GFTB/001/2012
Duty Station: Nairobi
Closing Date: 23 November 2012

We are looking for an individual who is organized, highly motivated and results oriented to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa, to fill the following position.

The position reports to the Project Manager and is based in Nairobi.

Purpose of the Job:
To provide technical expertise and support of grant component and implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the resources for grant component and ensuring equitable distribution and CSO compliance as per set guidelines.
• Working with the project Manager and the project team to harmonize and foster consistency in communication with all partners on issues that relate to grant component.
• Receiving and reviewing proposals/grant applications to assess compliance with relevant guidelines and carrying out technical reviews.
• Assisting in reviewing and finalizing budgets with the CSOs and approval, preparation of contracts/agreements for the CSOs and the follow up on compliance.
• Providing feedback to all the applicants and handling the grant application in consultation with the Project Manager.
• Participating in the pre-funding capacity assessment of the potential grantees and following up training to build their skills.
• Mentoring CSOs and providing technical advice and capacity development to CSOs to plan, implement, monitor and report on grants awarded.
• Receiving and reviewing grants reports for all funded CSOs and recommend any measures that may be appropriate for the success of the project.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• The ideal candidate should have a Bachelors Degree in Commerce or its equivalent and CPA(K) or its equivalent.  
• Must be ICT proficient.  
• At least four years of relevant NGO work experience in CSOs grants management.  
• The candidate should have proven abilities in managing CSOs grants, understanding of community development issues, proven capacity building and mentoring for grass-root CSOs, pre- funding assessment, contract design, compliance management, data analysis, budget and report review for CSOs.  
• Knowledge of TB and HIV/AIDS policy issues.  
• Good report writing, communication and presentation skills. 
• Team player and demonstrates high integrity.

Interested candidates should quote the position and reference number (KCO/GFTB/001/2012) in the subject matter and send their CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org do not attach certificates and testimonials.

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 23rd November 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Sales and Marketing Positions

Marketing Officer Job Vacancy in Limuru Kenya
Position: Marketing Officer
Duration: one year renewable
Deadline: 14th November, 2012 - COB

The Marketing Officer will be expected to:

• Be a Kenyan aged above 25 years
• Recruit and train new members from the targeted regions,
• Attend to the groups and act as the link between the organization and the grassroots members,
• Ensure that existing groups are nurtured to meet their targets and goals,
• Develop weekly performance reports and advise the Organization on the best practices,
• Represent the organization at the grassroots level,
• Have an understanding of the ‘table banking’ concept,
• Be of impeccable character and integrity.

The Marketing Officer is expected to be a critical thinker, be willing to spend long periods with the communities at the grassroots, of excellent judgment, able to develop a rapport with local communities – especially rural women, and have some basic understanding of Accounts.

Formal training in Marketing is mandatory.
Previous experience in micro finance or Sacco environment is desirable.

The position is based in Limuru with frequent travel to the field.

Qualified candidates are required to send a detailed CV with two professional referees, a motivation letter not more than one page and expected salary by 14th November, 2012 to vac.tudep@gmail.com

Only successful candidates will be notified.



Office Assistant Job Vacancy in Limuru Kenya
Position: Office Assistant
Duration: one year renewable
Deadline: 14th November, 2012 - COB

A middle level Non Governmental Organization dealing with women empowerment is looking for an Office Assistant.
The OA duties include office management, clerical duties, book keeping and occasionally, though not often, attending to field duties whenever called upon to fill-in.

The ideal candidate is supposed to be:

• A Kenyan citizen aged above 25 years,
• Must have office management training and experience,
• Must have training in Accounts, at least KATC finalist,
• Conversant with statutory deductions, general book keeping and bank reconciliation,
• Willing to work long hours whenever necessary,
• Must have a critical eye for detail and a good communicator,
• Computer literate.

The above position is based in Limuru town.

Qualified candidates are required to send a detailed CV with two professional referees, a motivation letter not more than one page and expected salary by 14th November, 2012 to vac.tudep@gmail.com

Previous experience working in Micro-finance/ Sacco environment will be an added advantage.

No certificates are required at this level.

Only successful candidates will be notified.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

At no point does AMREF ask for money in its recruitment process.

UNDP Kenya Assistant Project Officers Jobs

Assistant Project Officers
UNDP Kenya would like to advertise three posts of Assistant Project Officers on behalf of the UNODC Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA).

Position Information
Post Title: Assistant Project Officers (3 positions)
Contract Type: Service Contract
Band/Grade: SB4
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
Issue Date: 12 November 2012
Closing Date: 23 November 2012
Duration: 1 year

Background and Context
Under the authority of the UNODC ROEA Representative and the direct supervision of the UNODC ROEA Head of the Criminal Justice, the assistant project officers will support the implementation of the programme and perform other duties and responsibilities as outlined below.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, coordination and monitoring of programme activities in line with the approved programme document, donor funding agreement, annual programme work plan, and in line with UN financial rules and regulations;
• Carry out basic research and analysis and present information gathered from diverse sources in order to keep abreast of the criminal justice sector in Kenya and the region, and maintain a knowledge base on these issues;
• Assess the needs of relevant Government entities and make recommendations on how to strengthen their capacities with a view to addressing the issues within the criminal justice sector in Kenya;
• In consultation with the supervisor, and in close collaboration with relevant headquarter focal point, prepare and disseminate annual costed programme work plans and other related programme documentation when required;

FH/Kenya (Food for the Hungry, Kenya) / WFP Urgent Vacant Positions

Fuel Efficient Cookstove Project
Urgent Vacant Positions

FH/Kenya (Food for the Hungry, Kenya) a Christian relief and development agency partnering with WFP seeks to fill the following open vacant positions for the above project at Kakuma Refugee Camp:

Job Title:            Field Supervisor
Duty Station:      Kakuma Refugee Camp
Reports To:        Project Coordinator
Contract Duration:     6 months
No. of Positions:        1
Applications closing date:     8th August, 2012

Duties and responsibilities

• Plan and Coordinate the cook stove trainings and focus group discussions
• Planning training activity schedules which includes Mobilization of refugees and host communities for training
• Monitor the implementation of the activities and prepare regular progress reports, and other reporting requirements
• Monitor and Ensure proper distribution of the stoves
• Supervise field staff during community trainings as per the training curricula
• Supervise to ensure that household visits are conducted and quality improvement verification checklist filled
• Conduct the Focus group discussions as per the outlined plan
• Ensure adoption rate of 70% is achieved
• Hold regular meetings with the extension staff and work closely with other agencies
• Compile project reports on a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain proper records
•  Ensure availability of questionnaires and that they are duly filled
• Assesses program effectiveness in reaching established goals

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Bachelors Degree Community Development or related field.
• Past experience in the same position preferably with a humanitarian or International NGO in area of Fuel-efficient stoves.
• Minimum 3 years working with NGO/CBO programs
• Planning, organizing and Supervision skills
• Training and facilitation skills  a must
• Computer competent especially MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good command of  English and Swahili
• Committed to serving the poor in full agreement with FH’s foundation and beliefs as expressed in FH Kenya’s Vision, Mission and Values

Job Title:            Project Assistants
Duty Station:      Kakuma Refugee Camp
Reports To:         Project Supervisor
Contract Duration:    6 months
No. of Positions:        2
Application closing date:    8th August, 2012

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure 100% community mobilization is achieved during trainings
• Conduct trainings and education on stove usage
• Supervise extension workers during community trainings as per the training curricula
• Conduct daily household visits with extension workers to monitor stove usage
• Ensure the usage monitoring questionnaires are filled on a daily basis
• Compile the questionnaires on a daily basis and hand over to the field Supervisor
• Participate in special surveys and evaluations carried out in relation to the program.
• Actively participate in designing and building capacities of the various community leadership groups
• Monitor and review all required and relevant records at the Community level, to ensure that they are accurately prepared and submitted in a timely manner 
• Collect all relevant data from the Field extension workers as required.
• Prepare and submit daily reports on the program activities in the Community.
• Under the guidance of the Project coordinator, assist in conducting regular meetings with Community leaders and implementing partners on the relevant issues.
• Conduct focus group discussions

Qualifications / Experience (Minimum)

• A Degree or Diploma in community development or its equivalent.
• Past experience in the same position or in community work/mobilization preferably with a humanitarian or International NGO in area of Fuel-efficient stoves.
• Good Interpersonal communication skills
• Good command of  English and Swahili, ability to speak local language is added advantage
• Training and facilitation skills
• Report writing skills a MUST
• A team player with good organizational skills
• Able to communicate in English – both written and oral
• Ability to work under pressure
• Knowledge in Computer MS word, MS Excel
• Committed to serving the poor in full agreement with FH’s foundation and beliefs as expressed in FH Kenya’s Vision, Mission and Values

Job Title:   Extension Workers
Duty Station:  Kakuma Refugee Camp
Reports To:    Project Assistant
Contract Duration:  6 months
No. of Positions:   10
Application closing date: 8th August, 2012

Duties and responsibilities

• Mobilize and ensure 100% attendance of the communities during the stove trainings
• Conduct community training and education as per the training curricula and schedule
•  Sensitize  the Communities on Energy Saving methods and cooking practices
• Disseminates information on maintenance of Energy Saving Stoves.
• Works as Extension Agents.
• Conduct home visits to the designated households to ensure 70% adoption rate is achieved
• Ensure the monitoring questionnaire is dully filled and forwarded to the Project Assistants
• Participates in Community awareness with other Incentive workers in Block barazas, Public Barazas.
• Ensure the stoves are in good working condition and report on any breakages
• Work with other staff  as a Team
• To perform any other duty assigned by the Project Assistant or his designate
• Work in Liaison with other project partner staff in the camp

Qualifications

• Should be refugee registered with UNHCR.
• MUST be a resident of Kakuma  Camp
• Training and mobilization skills
• I yr experience in the field or other related is added advantage
• Able to communicate in English and Swahili – both written and oral
• Diploma or certificate in Community development, computer will be an added advantage.
• Work with other staff  as a Team

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to:
Human Resources Manager,
FH Kenya,
P O BOX 14978 -00800 NAIROBI,

Email address: hr_fhkenya@fh.org

or drop them at our Nairobi Office.(Life Ministry Centre, 3rd Floor Jabavu Road, Kilimani.  Next to Kilimani Police station) latest by 8th August, 2012.

Extension Workers applicants should drop their applications  and  CVs at the WFP offices in Kakuma.
These are urgent positions and applications will be shortlisted as they are received.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews within a short period of time.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICIPE Project Officer for Biovision Project Job in Kenya

Project Officer for Biovision Project
icipe—African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies,

UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics.

icipe has approximately 350 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes located at various sites in Kenya and  Ethiopia.

icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of Project Officer in the Biovision Project. A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate.

IJob Description
i. Overall purpose of the job

To assist the Director of Biovision Project and Programme Coordinator of Biovision Farmer Communication Programme (FCP) in project proposal writing, stakeholder & partner consultations, and project implementation plans.

ii. Specific duties

• Liaise with FCP Coordinator and project managers to ensure effective coordination and overall quality work delivery of project-related activities.
• Monitor the delivery of project activities as per programme/project work plans in collaboration with project managers and implementing partners at various levels.
• Create, implement and maintain a database in liaison with icipe Finance Office to monitor budget expenditures and report on expenditures quarterly.
• Promote visibility of Biovision Project and the FCP by providing project-related information for updating the Biovision Project website.
• Network with other like-minded organisations for purposes of lobbying and advocacy for the FCP/Biovision project.
• Ensure adequate monitoring and evaluation mechanisms are in place to review progress and impact against implementation plans.
• Ensure relevant reporting, communication and information sharing.
• Perform other related duties and activities as might be assigned by the Programme Coordinator, FCP and Director, Biovision Project.

II Knowledge Required to Perform the Job

• Knowledge of project proposal development, monitoring and evaluation
• Good knowledge of resource management
• Proven knowledge of Project Cycle Management (PCM) or Results Based Management (RBM) framework.
• Effective communication skills and fluency in both oral and written English, and limited knowledge of one of the other official languages (French, German).

III Qualifications Required

• University degree, at least masters, preferably in agriculture or environmental sciences or related fields. A bachelor’s degree with proven longer-term work experience may be considered.
• IV Experience Required
• At least 5 years’ experience in development, project planning and implementation activities, communications and/or editorial activities.
• Extensive experience of networking and working in advocacy.
• Experience of working with rural community based organisations (CBOs) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

Reporting
This position reports directly to Director, Biovision Project.

Applications will be accepted up to 13 August 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications with detailed résumés including current salary details, names and addresses of three referees (with daytime telephone numbers), and e-mail address should be sent to:

icipehr@icipe.org
The Human Resources Department,
icipe—African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O Box 30772-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

icipe is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.