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The Government of Liberia is seeking experienced professionals for two positions: 1 )Assistant Program Director and 2) Legal Advisor of the Infrastructure Implementation Unit (IIU) in the Ministry of Public Works (MPW). The IIU is charged with implementing and managing infrastructure reconstruction in Liberia and is staffed with national and international specialists. The IIU will implement most of Liberia's growing donor funded infrastructure projects and will evolve into a full fledged Road Authority.The full time positions are located in Monrovia, Liberia. Competitive / market salaries will be negotiable and financed by various stakeholders. Candidates must be proficient in English language, with excellent command in writing. The mode of engagement will be a performance based contract, with well defined outputs, renewable every two years. To apply, please submit your resume and three references to iiu @ emansion.gov.lr with a copy to gpalsson @ worldbank.org, Deadline for applications is January 5,2009. ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR Duties and Responsibilities. The successful candidate will manage the IIU in implementing multidisciplinary and complex infrastructure projects in the transport sector specifically, as well as in water, energy, urban and agriculture sub-sectors. In addition, the Assistant Program Director will lead the Engineering Division of the IIU. This will include providing technical inputs to implement activities, conducting on-site inspections, and monitoring the work of contractors. The Assistant Program Director will be accountable to the Program Director. Qualifications and Experience. Degree in civil engineering, transport economics, transport planning or similar fields. Minimum 10 years of proven experience managing large infrastructure asset management projects in developing countries. Management experience in developing countries, preferably in fragile states, will be an advantage. LEGAL ADVISOR Duties and Responsibilities. Provide legal advice to MPW/IIU, including analysis and evaluation of legal documents, contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding, regulations, and other policy documents. Provide contract management expertise by organizing, monitoring, and ensuring compliance to terms and conditions of contracts. Qualifications and Experience. Degree in Law (Juris Doctor). Five to seven years of work experience, including contract management, analysis, and review; monitoring and compliance. Project management and legal research and writing skills essential. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following posts in the Ministry of Nairobi Metropolitan Development. 1. VACANCY NO. 2/2008 CLERICAL OFFICER JOB GROUP 'F' FIVE (5) POSTS SALARY SCALE; KSHS. 10.717 X 537 - 11.254 X 563 - 11.817 X 599 - 12.416 P.M. (a) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of: (i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- or its approved equivalent (ii) Proficiency in computer applications will be considered as an added advantage (b) Duties and Responsibilities This is the entry and training grade for the Clerical Cadre. Work at this level will be carried out under close supervision and guidance of a more senior officer and will be subject to regular checks and verification. Officers at this level will be deployed in the HRM Unit, General Registry, Supplies, Accounts Office or General Office services. Specific duties will include; compiling statistical records, sorting, filing and dispatching letters, maintaining an efficient filing system, processing appointments, promotions, discipline, transfers and other related duties in Human Resources Management, computation of financial or statistical records based on routine or special sources of information, preparing payment vouchers, compiling data and drafting simple letters. 2. VACANCY NO. 3/2008 SENIOR SUPPORT STAFF JOB GROUP 'D' FOUR (4) POSTS SALARY SCALE; KSHS. 8.819 X 438 - 9.257 X 464 -9.712P.M. (a) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) grade D (Plain) or Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE) Division IV (b) Duties and Responsibilities Successful candidates will be deployed in any station within the Ministry and their assignments will include carrying out cleaning and messengerial duties as assigned. 3. VACANCY NO. 4/2008 SUPPORT STAFF III JOB GROUP W THREE (3) POSTS SALARY SCALE KSHS. 7.619 X 100 - 7.719 X140 - 7.859 X 180 - 8.039 (a) Requirement for Appointment For appointment to the grade, a candidate must have completed Secondary School Education. Evidence of completion will include an academic certificate of any grade or school leaving certificate. (b) Duties and Responsibilities Successful candidates will be deployed in any station within the Ministry and assignments include carrying out cleaning and messengerial duties as assigned. Interested candidates should complete PSC2 forms in triplicate which are obtainable from Government offices or can be downloaded from Public Service Commission website Public Service Commission of Kenya - Home. The forms are issued free of charge. Applicants should be under forty five (45) years of age and are required to attach copies of their certificates, testimonials and national identification cards together with the duly completed forms which should be submitted to: The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Nairobi Metropolitan Development KICC Building, 25th Floor P. O.Box30130-00100 NAIROBI So as to reach him not later than 9th January, 2009. J. G. WAIGANJO FOR: PERMANENT SECRETARY Hi any Website developer to get in touch send me your rates and contacts ASAP. -- Mathews O. Ogutu IT Consultant P.O.Box 3337 00100 Nairobi Cell: 254-723-714 000 254-737-182 333 Alt E-mail:- mathewsogutu@yahoo.com The International Rescue Committee seeks an Assistant Health Coordinator for its Kenya Program, based in Nairobi with frequent travel to the program sites in Kakuma, Dadaab, and Lodwar. The position is responsible for providing overall technical support and guidance to the health program managers in the implementation of the Health program across Kenya.She/He will be required to work in collaboration with sector coordinators and field teams to ensure that the health program activities are implemented according to the IRC Global Health strategy, approved work plans and in accordance to the IRC program framework. Key responsibilities include: Program planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation: provide technical support and supervision to the health program design, proposal development, reporting, monitoring and evaluation, ensuring that IRC programs are of high quality and are driven by data and learning. Operations: improve drug management system in partnership with New York Health Unit. Grant management: monitor budgets, ensuring spending for all health projects is in line with approved budgets. Assist in development of health budgets. Communication and reporting: represent IRC on technical matters and maintain excellent relationships with all IRC's partners. Job Requirements: University degree in Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition, or Environmental Health. Masters degree in Public Health is preferred. Minimum of three years experience in developing, managing and coordinating health program in developing country or refugee setting. Strong management, assessment, project planning and organizational skills required. Strong writing skills is mandatory. Competency in computer applications. Ability to work under pressure in an unstable security environment. Candidates who meet the required qualifications are invited to submit their applications. Submit your application with a cover letter specifying how you meet the qualification criteria and CV with current contact of three professional referees. Clearly state the position applied for in the subject line to the following email address: hr @ kenya.theirc.org; OR on the envelope to Human Resources Manager, International Rescue Committee, PO Box 62727-00200 Nairobi, by December 24,2008. To receive a full job description, please send an email to ircnbi @ kenya.theirc.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Stromme Foundation, SF is a non-governmental International organization based on Christian values. Our vision is 'people living in freedom of poverty'. Working through Partners who share its vision, SF facilitates efforts to overcome poverty through support to Education and Microfinance interventions Its work in Eastern Africa is based in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Sudan. The regional offices of Eastern Africa are located in Kampala in Uganda while the Head office of SF is situated in Kristiansand in Norway. For more information about SF, see: Home - StrÃ¸mmestiftelsen. Since 2007, SF has been having field offices in Renk, Northern Upper Nile and in Juba, Central Equatoria. SF is in advanced plans to open a new field base in Bor, Jonglei State. SF is seeking to hire suitable personfs); committed Christians, who could fill up the following positions in its field bases in South Sudan: 1. COUNTRY CO-ORDINATOR Duty Station: Juba Position Scope: Reporting to the Regional Director, Stromme Foundation the Country Coordinator will oversee all of Stromme Foundations activities in Southern Sudan - the liaison offices in Renk in Northern Upper Nile, new office base in Bor in Jonglei State plus the activities of the partners. The Country Coordinator is responsible for the development of the Stromme work in South Sudan, day to day management and monitoring and evaluation of SF South Sudan activities and representing SF in Juba. Key Responsibilities Strengthening of Stromme Foundation office in Juba and ensure proper management of SF portfolio in South Sudan Represent Stromme Foundation in S.Sudan with various stakeholders. Local programme development activities including partner montoring Organise capacity building for partners Coordinate and facilitate the development of overall participatory proposals and annual plans Ensure proper management of the SF portfolio in South Sudan Guide and supervise SF staff in Southern Sudan Participate in fund-raising The SF Country Co-ordinator will function as the SF Eastern Africa Regional Office focal point for developments in South Sudan. In this capacity, you will be required to keep yourself updated with developments within the core areas of SF competencies (that is Education and Microfinance) in Sudan and make necessary recommendations to the SF Regional Office in Kampala. Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills Applicant should be: A holder of Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or related field and a relevant post graduate qualification will be an added advantage Should have experience of a minimum of five years work experience in project management and especially in South Sudan is an added advantage Having proven ability to work in a busy multi-disciplinary, multi-sect oral and multi-cultural environment Skills in fund raising, negotiation and building collaborative relationships Excellent interpersonal, supervisory, communication and writing skills; with ability to use modern information technology systems: Ms Word, Excel, Power Point, and Microsoft Outlook for email. Experience in building strong teams 2. ACCOUNTANT Duty Station: Juba Position Scope Reporting to the Country Co-ordinator, the Accountant will be in charge of financial management and administration of SF Southern Sudan's activities and guarantee that the organisations financial resources are properly utilised and satisfactorily accounted for and effectively utilised for effective implementation of the planned activities. He/she will be responsible for the timely production of accurate financial reports. Key Responsibilities Producing monthly accounts using organisations accounting software Support to the programmes technical staff in preparation of annual budgets and maintaining of an adequate budget monitoring system Preparation of monthly payroll, paying salaries and benefits to staff and ensuring timely observance of all statutory requirements Reconciling all accounts, creditor statements, payroll, statements of expenditure received from programme bank accounts Lending support to other SF South Sudan Accounting officers to ensure that accounts are kept as per SF Accounting policies and guidelines Support SF South Sudan partners to ensure books-of accounts are regularly kept and follow up of any audit queries Preparation of all the necessary end of year financial procedures, financial statements and books for the SF external auditors as well as facilitate auditors to audit SF South Sudan partners Responsible for the day to day administration of SF Juba Office including supervision of support staff in the office Ensure professional accounting procedures are observed Required Qualifications A Minimum of a degree in Finance/B.Commerce (AccountingJ/Business Studies (Accounting). Possession of ACCAwill be an advantage. Strong accounting, budgeting and reporting and skills and experience in using Accounting packages A minimum of four years working experience in a busy finance accounting department preferably in an international organisation Be of proven track record of integrity and high precision and accuracy 3. PROGRAMME COORDINATOR Duty Station: Bor, Jonglei State Position Scope: Reporting to the Country Co-ordinator, the Programme Co-ordinator of the Jonglei State programme will be responsible for starting and developing of the programme work in Jonglei State, day to day management of the programme operations including programme staff management, monitoring and evaluation of the work and representing SF in Jonglei State. Key Responsibilities: Establishment and development of a Stromme Foundation office in Bor Local programme development activities and ensure effective utilization of Resources and the of achieving stated goals and objectives Identification and development of local Community Based Organisations, monitoring of all local Partners in Jonglei and ensuring agreed annual work plans and set objectives are met and that disbursed funds are well utilized and safe-guarded Coordinate and facilitate the development of overall proposals and annual plans for Jonglei State using participatory tools Guide and supervise staff that may be employed by SF in Jonglei and ensure that the SF values are at all times upheld. Provide technical and professional advice to local partner organizations and enhance them to build up capacity through the organizing of capacity building seminars and workshops and other community mobilization initiatives. Qualifications, Experience and Required Skills: Applicant should be: A holder of Degree in Social Sciences, Rural Development, Development Studies or related field and a relevant post gradua'te qualification will be an added advantage Should have experience of a minimum of three years work experience in project management and especially in South Sudan is an added advantage Proven experience in community mobilisation, participatory techniques, civil society strengthening, and building of collaborative relationships Excellent in communication and writing skills; with ability to use modern information technology systems: Ms Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Outlook for email. Possess team leadership skills and skills in coordination of stakeholders Knowledge of local dialect or Arabic would be an added advantage A self motivated individual, able to function without much supervision 4. EDUCATION OFFICER Duty Station: Jonglei State Position Scope: Reporting to the Programme Co-ordinator Jonglei, the Education Officer is responsible for coordinating, planning and developing SF's Education work in Jonglei promoting the strengthening of basic Education through support to accelerated basic education mechanisms, functional adult literacy and vocational skills for youth based on empowerment principles. Key Responsibilities Identification of local Education partners and developing them Work with local communities in initiating and developing community accelerated learning centres for primary education, vocational skill training centres and functional adult literacy centres Coordinate, plan and organise SF Education activities in Jonglei state Carry out participatory preliminary studies to establish baseline data to identify unmet needs of communities in basic education Collaborate with local government agencies in the development of the Education programme Plan, facilitate and coordinate local partner training workshops Develop plans, procedures, criteria of eligibility, systems or appropriate tools for timely initiation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of the SF Education Programmes Provide technical and professional support to local partner organizations in the development of quality formal and non-formal education through community participation Prepare periodic reports, activity plans and documentation on the education program Facilitate assessment of the needs of local partners and develop an institutional development/ capacity building strategy and plan on an annual basis with a focus on strengthening the civil society and improving participatory governance with the aim of maximizing impact on poverty Qualifications, Experience and Required Skills A holder of Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies or related field and a relevant post graduate qualification will be an added advantage Should have experience of a minimum of two years work experience in project management and especially in South Sudan is an added advantage Skills in community mobilisation/sensitisation and community participatory mechanisms Knowledge of civic education programmes for empowerment of marginalised groups in South Sudan and relevant policy frameworks Excellent in interpersonal, communication and writing skills; ability to use Microsoft Office packages Knowledge of local dialect or Arabic would be an added advantage 5. Microenterprise Development Officers (MED Officers) Duty Station: Bor, Jonglei State and Renk, Upper Nile State Position Scope Reporting to the Programme Co-ordinator Jonglei, the MED Officer is responsible for coordinating, planning and developing SF's Microenterprise Development work in Jonglei promoting activities geared towards livelihood improvement of the target group Key Responsibilities Promotion, designing and initiation of formation of Self Help Groups / Village Savings and Loan Associations in Jonglei State Community sensitisation and mobilisation on the Self Help Group / Village Savings and Loan Association concept Conducting of training needs assessments of groups and developing and organising appropriate training for the groups Developing local CBO's and empowerment of community owned organisations Facilitate assessment of the needs of local partners and develop an institutional development/ capacity building strategy and plan on an annual basis with a focus on strengthening the civil society and improving participatory governance with the aim of maximizing impact on poverty Prepare periodic reports, activity plans and documentation on the MED program Oversee baseline data household surveys to establish status at onset and annually review o establish changes in the livelihoods of participating households Required Qualifications A holder of Degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Development Studies or related field and a relevant post graduate qualification will be an added advantage Should have experience of a minimum of two years work experience in community microfinance projects / Village Savings and Loan Associations and conversant with project management cycle Skills in community mobilisation/sensitisation and community facilitation mechanisms Experience in adult training mechanisms and business skills training Knowledge of civic education programmes for empowerment of marginalised groups Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills and use of Microsoft Office computer packages; Knowledge of local dialect or Arabic would be an added advantage HOW TO APPLY If you believe you fit any of these profiles, please send your application to: The Regional Director, Stromme Foundation, P.O Box 27200, Kampala or e-mail to: icteastafrica @ stromme.org or samuel.wasswa @ stromme.org Indicating the job that you are applying for, please attach your curriculum vitae, capability statement, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers, photocopies of testimonials and contacts of three referees by 6th January, 2009. (Please note office will be closed from 20th Dec to 4th Jan. 2009) Or hand deliver your application to the Regional office on Plot 25, Bukoto Street-Kamwokya Only short listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification Tham Express Limited, a leading Clearing and Forwarding Agency requires an Export/Import Coordinator Duty Station: Nairobi The Job: Reporting to the General Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic management of the clearing and forwarding function. Qualifications and Experience: Holder of diploma in clearing and forwarding from a reputable college. Simba system compliant certificate. Orbus certificate. Good computer skills. Experience in customs procedures. A minimum of 2 years experience in clearing and forwarding. Good analytical, communication, computer, interpersonal, leadership and negotiation skills. Fluent English and good written English. Able to meet deadlines, work under pressure, work independently, work in a team environment and deal with customers in a polite and friendly way. Aggressive, assertive, pro-active, mature, self-motivated and hardworking. Benefits Competitive salary. Applicants that meet the qualifications above should email their application letter, curriculum vitae, testimonials and certificates, expected salary and date available to: Human Resource Coordinator P.O. Box 42806 00100 Nairobi, Kenya humanresources @ kandia.co.ke Closing date: 17th December, 2008. Information received will be used for recruitment purposes only. UBA United Bank For Africa Are you ready for a challenging and rewarding career in banking? UBA Kenya bank limited, is a subsidiary of united Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc. UBA is the largest financial services institution in West Africa with the Balance Sheet size in excess of over USD 19 billion and more than six million customer accounts, operating out of 8 economies in the West, Central and East African sub-regions. Outside Africa, it also has presence in New York, London and Cayman lsland.lt is a full service financial services institution which offers retail, corporate and investment banking, private equity, asset management, stockbroking and custodian services. The bank has won many awards over the years, most recently "Africa's Emerging Global Bank" as adjudged by a panel organised by the acclaimed African Banker Magazine. UBA KENYA with an initial paid up capital of Ksh 1 billion is poised to commence operations with its Head Office and branches in Nairobi and other centres in Kenya. At UBA, we are dedicated to serving our customers and helping us fulfil our potential. We invite application from deserving candidates to fill up various positions in Senior, Middle and Junior Management. We are looking for talented, innovative people who are ready to accept bigger challenges in their professional career and share the dedication and other core UBA values like personal integrity and respect for others. If that describes you, apply to UBA today for not only a great career move, but a great experience! Positions Available are: 1. HEAD TREASURY & FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS: Strong Treasury background, with experience in Position Keeping, Money Market Deposits, FX, Funding and Cash payments. Exposure to either a Private Banking Business or one similar in nature. Checking and authorisation or rejection of payments and pre advices. Knowledge of Swift, and specifically cash related messages. (MT103, MT110, MT202, MT320, MT900, MT910 MT950). Reconciliation and management reporting of exceptions. Money Market Deposits, Foreign exchange and Client interest. Client Money rules and segregation. Funding of Bank accounts. Writing and maintenance of Back Office records in orderly manner. Ability to procure and manage large/ prestigious customer deposits, submission of statutory report within the stipulated time frame. 2. HEAD FINANCIAL CONTROL & STRATEGIC PLANNING: Person with CPA (K) qualification and experience in Banking having ability to manage and co-ordinate the planning, budgeting and forecasting processes across all banking products. The selected person will be responsible for the provision of timely, high quality management information Report for all key performance drivers, submission of statutory report within the stipulated time frame, providing guidance and support to the business unit finance teams as appropriate. Developing an in depth understanding of business units financials and performance drivers in order to critically review analyse and challenge. The responsibilities are summarised as under: Responsible for all ledgers on subsidiary accounts Month End Accounts - Prepare management accounts Carry out cost centre reviews with departmental heads highlighting any variances to budget/forecast Work with Branch Managers/ Departmental heads ensuring revenue is correct Ensure all costs are correctly charged/re-charged to cost centres Journal necessary accruals and prepayments on a monthly basis Ensure accounts are consistent with Accounting policies Inter-Branch accounting & reconciliation Prepare balance sheets reconciliations on a monthly basis and review Fixed Assets Prepare and publish financial statement in coordination with the CBK Proactive in finding new ways to improve the quality of management information Respond to requests for ad-hoc management information Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning Preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and quarterly reforecast, ensuring business ownership and that efficiency measures are in place 3. HEAD CONSUMER & COMMERCIAL BANKING: Experienced person with extensive customer contact, including building & maintaining customer relationships with sales/ marketing responsibilities in Deposit Mobilisation, Lending (Small Business), Trade Finance, Bank Guarantees, Investments and other product areas. The person will also be the primary point of contact for the client and have an in-depth understanding of the client, competitors, industry and therefore an understanding of the client's banking requirements. The selected candidate will be contributing directly to the success of the Bank by maximizing the depth and profitability of the customer's relationship in retail banking sector and, help develop an overall strategy for the retail banking segment of the bank, develop and implement the business plan based on the above strategy and marketing plan to achieve the asset and profitability targets. Lead a team of relationship/credit managers in identifying the targeted prospects/deals and convert them in to new relationships/business in line with the above plan and in provision of high quality service to the retail relationships and growing them in line with the above business plan. Maintenance of superior credit quality of the portfolio by proactive management of the risk of the portfolio, and managing the credit approval process of the accounts under portfolio by active involvement in credit analysis, submission of credit proposals and liaison with line management. Have active involvement in product development by providing support to product specialists to ensure that the bank's product match/surpass the competition. 4. HEAD CORPORATE & INVESTMENT BANKING: Experienced person with extensive customer contact, including building & maintaining customer relationships with sales/ marketing responsibilities in Deposit Mobilisation, Lending (Corporate Sector), Trade Finance, Bank Guarantees, Investments and other product areas. The person will also be the primary point of contact for the client and have an in-depth understanding of the client, competitors,' industry and therefore an understanding of the client's banking requirements. The selected candidate will contribute directly to the success of the Bank by maximizing the depth and profitability of the customer's relationship in corporate banking sector and, help develop an overall strategy for the corporate banking segment of the bank, develop and implement the business plan based on the above strategy and marketing plan to achieve the asset and profitability targets. Lead a team of relationship/credit managers in identifying the targeted prospects/deals and convert them in to new relationships/business in line with the above plan and in provision of high quality service to the existing corporate relationships and growing them in line with the above business plan. Maintenance of superior credit quality of the portfolio by proactive management of the risk of the portfolio, and managing the credit approval process of the accounts under portfolio by active involvement in credit analysis, submission of credit proposals and liaison with line management. Have active involvement in product development by providing support to product specialists to ensure that the bank's product match/surpass the competition. 5. CHIEF CREDIT OFFICER/ RISK MANAGER: Proven experience in the field of credit risk in a Banking environment with sound understanding of the credit granting process. Analysis and appraisal of Credit Proposals. Responsibilities include such as monitoring scorecards and other statistical models. This position will involve developing, implementing and monitoring credit granting strategies to ensure a coherent credit granting process, validate and monitor credit scorecards and present statistical results and convert them into practical understood recommendations, develop and manage data sources required to carry out data analysis. NPA Management with follow up through the Branch Managers/ Departmental Heads, Recommending/ Reviewing cases for recovery through legal process after ascertaining accountability Debt Recovery, Negotiate re-payment, submission of statutory report within the stipulated time frame. 6. OPERATIONS MANAGER: Experienced person with proven track record of managing risk and compliance functions in the area of Banking Operations across back, middle and front office, reconciliation/ balancing of accounts, regulatory compliance relating to KYC and Ant Money Laundering, Corporate Governance, Operational Security & Control etc. The Operations Manager will be accountable for maintaining the operational integrity and back office performance of the bank; will Plan, organise, and control all the day-to-day back office functions and activities of the bank consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies established by the Board. This will also include monitoring the operating and financial results against plans and budgets. The selected person will provide direction and structure for all operating units of the Bank; Head Office and Branch Operations, Administration, Risk, & Treasury to support and successfully implement the Bank's ongoing business strategy and development; this will include the implementation of programmes agreed by the Board towards the profitable growth and operation of the bank. 7. HEAD ELECTRONIC & TRANSACTION BANKING: Responsible for developing, marketing and managing with reconciliation responsibilities relating to e-banking products such as, Internet banking, ATM and ATM Cards, Credit/ Debit Cards, SMS Banking, Mobile Banking, Moneygram, e-banking based innovative products. 8. HEAD HUMAN RESOURCES: HR Services Officer, to handle recruitment and selection exercises as well as undertaking HR development projects and HR administration including assisting with induction of new staff. Key Responsibilities will include Handle all recruitment issues, Writing adverts and short listing candidates. Induction of new staff, Preparation/ Review of HR policies and procedures, Maintenance of Leave Record, Staff Performance appraisal. Staff Medical Scheme, Processing of Staff Loan Application, Control/ Management of Staff Disciplinary issues, Staff Union Related issues. Pay Roll, Staff Medical Scheme, Training, Bank Stationery, Insurance Policies, Premises related issues. Maintenance Contract. 9. BRANCH MANAGER: Experienced persons in retail branch banking, who thrive in a team-based environment and are committed to delivering outstanding customer service with proven "hands on" people management skills. Their responsibility will include Achieving Branch Performance Budget; Provide leadership, coach, train, and manage performance of staff Ensuring branch operational integrity and compliance in all branch policies and procedures, reconciliation of accounts. Providing consistent quality customer service to both internal and external customers that meet or exceeds established standards. Participate in branch functions and community activities to promote bank's image and growth. Responsible for communicating and implementing changes to policies and procedures. Carefully applies policies and procedures while recommending exceptions. 10. INTERNAL CONTROLLER: Person with CPA (K) qualification and experience in Banking having ability to manage and co-ordinate the effective internal control and supervision on Banking Operations on day-to-day basis from the Regulatory Compliance/ Fraud Prevention point of view. Submission of statutory report within the stipulated period. 11. BANKING OFFICERS/ GRADUATE TRAINEES IN THE AREAS OF: Corporate Banking/ Retail Banking/ Treasury/ Trade finance/ Financial Control/ Credit Risk Management/ Operations/ Clearing/ IT/ Human Resources/ Company Secretary/ Legal etc. Please apply quoting the 'Position Applied for' on your envelop to: UBA KENYA BANK LIMITED. P.O. BOX: 34154-00100, NAIROBI, KENYA. Your application must reach us on or before the 31st December 2008. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for follow up interviews. Closing date: 18th December 2008 at 5.00pm Carlile College is part of a larger organization called Church Army Africa (CAA) within the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK). At the heart of Carlile College is an enduring desire to equip Christian men and women for mission and evangelism so they may transform society through the power of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is the reason we were founded fifty years ago. To strengthen its human resource capacity, an Executive Assistant is required. The qualified person will report to the Principal and will be based at the Jogoo Road campus in Nairobi. Aim The person will manage the Principal's office and diary, including coordinating his secretarial help, research and communication and will support the principal in every aspect of his work, as appropriate. Duties and responsibilities Compose correspondence/reports Arrange essential mail in priority action order for the Principal Check deadlines on incoming requests and put preliminary work in play Process replies on own initiative or from the Principal's' dictation or notes Research, draft or summarize reports and papers for presentation at different meetings. Prepare presentations for the principal (e.g. power point) Under the direction of the Principal, to communicate internally and externally, including arranging visits. To arrange key events in the college calendar Prepare agenda for meetings in advance Arrange meeting facilities Act as recording secretary; prepare minutes, action items and action reports. Arrange travel through internal or outside agents Update and manage retrieval systems Supervise/ organise the work of the College/ Principal's secretary Recommend management action to improve standard operating procedures. Take part in any administrative meetings to assure secretarial follow-up Take initiative on requests and inquiries of administrative nature Any other duties as may be required by the Principal Person Specification Committed Christian. Excellent communication and people skills. Results oriented with good analytical skills. Hard work and team spirit. High standards of integrity. Competent IT skills. Excellent Administrator. Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure. A Degree in Administration, Management, Communication or related field (Masters Degree would be an added advantage). At least 2 years of relevant experience in a busy office Experience in an NGO/Faith Based Organization/ Training Institution would be an added advantage Application Procedure If you meet the above requirements: Send a recent CV and a cover letter clearly indicating how you meet the criteria above. Provide the names, addresses, email and telephone contacts of three referees including, where possible, your current supervisor. Please indicate your current salary, if applicable, and expected salary in Ksh if successful. Applications should be sent to: The Principal, Carlile College, P.O. Box 72584 -00200 Nairobi or Email: info@carlilecollege.org or carlilecollege@gmail.com (email applications acceptable) Closing date is Thursday, 18th December 2008 at 5.00 PM If you don't hear from us by Friday, 19th December 2008 consider your application unsuccessful. MINISTRY OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND SANITATION MINISTRY OF MEDICAL SERVICES Telegrams: PROV. (MED) PROVINCIAL MEDICAL HEADQUARTERS Telephone: Kisumu 254-057 2020105 NYANZA PROVINCE Fax: Kisumu 254-057-2023176 P.O. BOX 721 E-mail: pmonyanza@gmail.com KISUMU Ref: MOH/FACES /HR-1 JOB VACANCIES OPENING DATE: 8TH DECEMBER 2008 CLOSING DATE: 9TH JANUARY 2009 Provincial Medical Office (Nyanza Province) in collaboration with the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) Nyanza Program recently received funding through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for purposes of strengthening the Ministry of Health HIV, Care and Treatment service provision in Suba, Migori, Rongo and Kisumu East districts and the Nyanza Provincial Hospital through Human Resource capacity for advancing HIV Care and Treatment. Towards this end, the following vacancies are available in the Offices of Provincial Director of Public Health and Sanitation (PDPHS) and Provincial Director of Medical Services (PDMS), Nyanza. The positions would attract Ministry of Health Pay Scale and successful candidates will be supervised by the relevant MoH management teams. POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1. 2. Clinical Officers -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES01-09 3. Nurse Counselors -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES02-09 4. Laboratory Technologists -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES03-09 5. Pharmaceutical Technologists -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES04-09 6. Nutritionist - Vacancy No. MOH/FACES05-09 7. Administrative Assistant -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES06-09 8. Data Manager -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES07-09 9. Data Clerks -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES08-09 10. Receptionists -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES09-09 11. M&E Assistant -Vacancy No. MOH/FACES10-09 KEY REQUIREMENTS: QUALIFICATIONS Diploma in the relevant field and registration by the relevant board/body required for the Clinical Officers, Nurses, Lab Technologists, Pharmaceutical Technologist, Nutritionist and Administrative Assistant positions. Minimum of certificate in a relevant field required for the Data Clerks, Receptionist and M&E Assistants. EXPERIENCE: All the positions require at least one year experience in related field. Experience in HIV/AIDS related field desired. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: All the positions require good communication skills both oral and written, good interpersonal relations and analytical skills. Applications should include the following: A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), preferred station and current salary A current CV with the names and telephone contacts of at least 2 referees At least two letters of reference preferably from a previous employer Copies of academic and professional certificates Copy of the latest pay slip (where applicable) An email address and a telephone number (land line or mobile). All applications must be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 9TH JANUARY 2009, 5pm. NYANZA PDPHS/PDMS C/O KEMRI/MOH DIRECT HIRE PROGRAM P. O Box 614 - 40100 KISUMU NOTE: Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), generates science-based knowledge about the complex role that trees play in agricultural landscapes, and uses its research to ensure that policies and practices benefit the poor and the environment. Our vision is an 'agroforestry transformation' in the developing worlda massive increase in the use of trees on landscapes by smallholder rural households to ensure security in food, nutrition, income, health, shelter and energy, and a regenerated environment. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) conducts research in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. The position The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is recruiting for the position of Accountant-Operations to be based at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya reporting directly to the Finance Manager-Operations. Duties and responsibilities: Accounts Receivables Management ensuring receivables are collected in an efficient and timely manner. Prepare monthly age analysis reports reconciled to the trial balance for receivables and a monthly commentary on all long outstanding balances. Maintaining bank accounts, mandates, and good banking relationships. Maintain and monitor daily cash position. Prepare and update monthly Cash flow statement for the Centre. Liaise with banks to fund various accounts. Ensure funds are invested optimally and are accounted for and all interest earned accounted for promptly and accurately Review payment requests to ensure accuracy and validity. Ensure bank reconciliations are prepared on a monthly basis and they are reviewed and outstanding items are addressed on a timely basis. Ensure Creditors reconciliations are prepared on a monthly basis and they are reviewed and outstanding items are addressed on a timely basis. Preparation of schedules for the external audit including obtaining the donor, staff, vendor and bank confirmation of balances to the auditors along with responding to audit queries Minimum qualification and experience First degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Social Sciences, and a minimum of CPA (K) or its equivalents. A minimum of 3 years progressive (with a minimum of one year in treasury management) experience in a similar organization and in-depth knowledge of accounting software packages and Microsoft Office. Ability to supervise staff in a cross cultural and multi disciplinary environment. ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. The position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years with potential for extension subject to performance and availability of resources. Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees. All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Applications will be considered until 15th December 2008 and should indicate Application for Accountant-Operations on their application letters and email submissions. Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted. We invite you to learn more about ICRAF by accessing our web site: World Agroforestry Centre: Home The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), generates science-based knowledge about the complex role that trees play in agricultural landscapes and uses its research to ensure that policies and practices benefit the poor and the environment. Our vision is an 'agroforestry transformation' in the developing worlda massive increase in the use of trees on landscapes by smallholder rural households to ensure security in food, nutrition, income, health, shelter and energy, and a regenerated environment. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) conducts research in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. The position The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is recruiting for the position of Assistant Accountant to be based at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya reporting directly to the Finance Manager-Operations. Duties and Responsibilities Daily recognition of funds deposited in the Centres foreign/local bank accounts by donors and updating of the relevant donor accounts in the general ledger including printing and issuing of receipts to donors and hosted institutions and others for grants received and settlement of invoices respectively. Monthly reconciliation of headquarters bank accounts including follow-ups and keeping an audit trail of the reconciling items. Manage the invoices system/module. Ensure that the module is updated when funds are received for invoice settlement and follow up of outstanding invoices. Processing of staff expense report submissions in respect of workshops and travel. Processing of insurance debit note/credit notes, payments and filing. Ensure that ICRAF deposits held by other institutions are supported by confirmation. Follow up and clearing of outstanding purchase orders in the commitment ledger. Reconciliation of petty cash accounts. Reconciliation and monitoring of the accrual account. Assist with processing consultants payment and the reconciliation of consultants accounts. Prepare all information and data required for the conduct of internal and external auditing of the Centres accounts. Minimum qualification and experience Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting option) or equivalent. Preference will be given CPA part two. A minimum of 3 years progressive experience in a similar organization Knowledge of accounting software packages and Microsoft Office. Ability to work in a across cultural and multi disciplinary environment. ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. The position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years with potential for extension subject to performance and availability of resources. Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees. All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Applications will be considered until 15th December 2008 and should indicate Application for Assistant Accountant on their application letters and email submissions. Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted. We invite you to learn more about ICRAF by accessing our web site: World Agroforestry Centre: Home We are a consultancy firm specialized in projects procurement, project work planning, procurement planning, project risk management, monitoring and control, supplier relationship management, integrated project management, and project support offices. We have recently been awarded a three-year framework contract to provide procurement agent services to the public and parastatal sectors in Kenya. To provide support to ongoing and prospective projects, we are looking for a multidisciplinary team of experts in the following areas: 1. Procurement Specialists 2. Financial Specialists 3. Contracts Specialists 4. Legal Experts 5. Water Engineers 6. Civil Engineers 7. ICT Specialists 8. Public Sector Specialists 9. M&E Specialists 10. Human Resource Specialists The experts, to be engaged either on associate basis, will be assigned specific projects in Kenya, elsewhere in Africa, and emerging markets. The experts should at a minimum possess a good Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree preferred, relevant professional qualifications, and at least ten years experience in the field. Interested candidates may submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae in Ms Word to the undersigned, so as to be received by 20 January 2009. The Executive Director SPA Infosuv East Africa Ltd 9th Floor, Hazina Towers, Monrovia Street PO Box 3494 Nairobi Kenya Tel. +254 20 315421 Fax: +254 20 2229717 Email: spaafrica@gmail.com and spa@todaysonline.com Our Client, The Government of Lesotho, with the assistance of the World Bank, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, and other donors is currently implementing the five year Metolong Dam and Water Supply Programme. The Programme is managed and supervised by an independent Metolong Programme Implementation Unit (MPIU) headed by a Chief Executive Officer. The CEO is responsible for the MPIUs successful programme management, resources, planning, administration, accounting, contracting and the management of an external programme management and supervision firm. The MPIU is looking for an experienced procurement and Contracts Specialist to strengthen its team. Key Performance Areas: Assist the Procurement and Contracts Manager in the day to day management of the Procurement and Contracts function. Assist in the procurement planning, tender administration, preparation for negotiations, request for no objections and drafting of contracts in accordance with the various donor policies and procedures. Evaluate and monitor contracts, analyze request for contract variations. Draft documentations necessary for arbitration, claims, and complaints, if necessary. Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data to determine reasonableness of prices. On a regular basis, develop procurement performance and ensure the procurement filing system is well organized. Qualifications and Experience An appropriate Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or related field and professional qualifications in procurement, contracts management, or supply chain management. A Masters Degree is an added advantage. Ten (10) years experience in procurement and contracts management is essential, five (5) years of which must have been working in a donor funded environment. Working knowledge of FIDIC will be an added advantage and experience in similar environments is also an added advantage. Competencies Required Good communication skills; ability to work in a multicultural environment; and good interpersonal skills. Interested qualified candidates should address their application to: . The Human Resources and Administration Manager Metolong Authority Red Cross Building Maseru, Kingdom of Lesotho The application together with detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae in Ms Word should be emailed to the following address so as to be received by 19th December 2008. The Executive Director SPA Infosuv East Africa Ltd 9th Floor, Hazina Towers, Monrovia Street PO Box 3494 Nairobi Kenya Tel. +254 20 315421 Fax: +254 20 2229717 Email: spaafrica@gmail.com and spa@todaysonline.com Tanzania Ports Authority has various vacant positions at different levels at the Headquarters/Dar es Salaam/Tanga and Mwanza Stations. These positions need to be filled immediately with suitably qualified Tanzanians. Particulars related to the positions are as follows:- 1. Post: Manager Board Affairs Grade: TPSS 1 Station: Headquarters Reporting to: The Executive Assistant to the Director General Terms of Employment: Three years contract (renewable). REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Possession of a Degree in Law/Journalism/Mass Communication. 2. Must be computer literate. 3. Recognised by the Chartered Institute of Secretaries. 4. At least 5 years in senior position in a similar job 5. Masters Degree will be an added advantage Duties: 1. Maintains Board Minutes; 2. Assists the Executive Assistant in following up of implementation of directives issued by the Board; 3. Make arrangements and ensure availability of facilities and logistics for Board meetings; 4. Provide secretarial services to management meeting; 5. Undertake any other duty as may be assigned by the Executive Assistant. 2. Post: Principal Officer Board Affairs Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Manager Board Affairs Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Possession of a Degree in Law/Journalism/Mass Communication. 2. Must be computer literate. 3. Recognised by the Chartered Institute of Secretaries. 4. At least 5 years in senior position in a similar job 5. Masters Degree will be an added advantage Duties: 1. Maintains Board Minutes; 2. Assists the Executive Assistant in following up of implementation of directives issued by the Board; 3. Make arrangements and ensure availability of facilities and logistics for Board meetings; 4. Assists in provision of secretarial services for management meetings; 5. Undertake any other duty as may be assigned by the Executive Assistant. 3. Post: Principal Security Officer (ISPS Code Compliance) Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Chief of Security Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Possession of a Degree in Law/Criminology/Police Studies. 2. Must be computer literate. 3. Must have attended Police Officers Course 4. At least 5 years in senior position in a similar job 5. Masters Degree will be an added advantage Duties: 1. Assists the Chief of Security by providing inputs for developing ISPS standard procedures; 2. Assists on all matters pertaining to staff and general administration of the Unit. 3. Ensures that the ISPS Code procedures are documented; 4. Undertake inspections on the status of the Code compliance; 5. Prepare report on the status of ISPS Code compliance by TPA; 6. Assists in liaising with external bodies on certification for ISPS Code compliance; 7. Attends to criminal cases and presents them to police as per established procedures. 8. Liaises with law enforcement agencies as necessary to facilitate implementation of the ISPS Code; 9. Recommends security measures and regulations to be observed by all employees and customers. 10. Coordinates relevant activities in all ports with regard to the ISPS Code; 11. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time. 4. Post: Senior Internal Auditor (Risk Management, ICT & Outstations) Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Internal Auditor Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Possession of degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or ICT 2. CPA (T) and Registration with NBAA 3. At least 3 years in the position of Officer in the field. DUTIES 1. Conducts audits of information systems and inherent risks. 2. Identifies, analyzes and reports inherent risks in all corporate activities. 3. Evaluates inherent risks and their respective impact on assets, liquidity, profitability and employment motivation. 4. Continuously assesses existing and potential exposures to risks. 5. Prepares detailed audit plans for audit assignments. 6. Conducts inspection exercise, surprise checks and end of the year inspection. 7. Advises on the systems security controls that need to be put in place. 8. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 5. Post: Principal Supplies Officer -Stock Control Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Manager, Supplies and Inventory Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Materials Management 2. Computer literate 3. CSP and Registered with NBMM 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Coordinates the functions of Store Operations and Stock Control; 2. Ensures that materials received from suppliers conform to quality and quantity as per official orders and company policies and procedures; 3. Monitors stock consumptions and advises management on fast moving, slow moving and obsolete materials to facilitate disposal; 4. Supervises placement of stores in respective locations; 5. Supervises issuing of stores to indenters; 6. Supervises, appraises staff and identifies their development and training need 7. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 6. Post: Principal Supplies Officer - Tender Matters Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Supplies Manager (PMU Matters) Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Materials Management 2. Computer literate 3. CSP and Registered with NBMM 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Advises management on tender processes and requirements; 2. Compiles the required inputs for tender processes and documentation, including specifications and selection criteria; 3. Charts out the schedule of tender processing activities including evaluation committees and Tender Board meetings; 4. Take records of proceedings of evaluation teams and Tender Board meetings; 5. Processes procurement tenders as per approved company policies and procedures. 6. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time 7. Post: Senior Supplies Officer Contract Compliance Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Supplies Officer (Contract Compliance) Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Materials Management 2. Computer literate 3. CSP and Registered with NBMM 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Follows up all supply contracts and ensure that the contracts are honored and timely. 2. Maintains register of all contracts and monitors supply of ordered goods. 3. Assists the Principal Supplies Officer in making contractual arrangements; 4. Drafts contract documents on the basis of the Procurement Act and TPA policies; 5. Make arrangements for negotiations, agreements and signing of contracts; 6. Review terms and conditions of contracts in line with TPA policies and the law; 7. Advise on compliance to terms and conditions of contracts; 8. Identifies contract defaulters and report to the Principal Supplies Officer for further action; 9. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time 8. Post: Senior Supplies Officer Clearing and Forwarding Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Supplies Officer (Purchasing) Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Materials Management 2. Computer literate 3. CSP and Registered with NBMM 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Opens file for every incoming Ship or Airway on which a shipment for the TPA is manifested; 2. Submits for payments for duty and taxes and other charges arising from overseas items; 3. Processes all documents and correspondences pertaining to the Clearing and Forwarding of sea freight; 4. Prepares claims against shipping agents for short landed shipment or those received damaged or in broken conditions; 5. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time 9. Post: Senior Supplies Officer- Stock Control Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Supplies Officer (Stock Control) Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Materials Management 2. Computer literate 3. CSP and Registered with NBMM 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Inspects materials received from suppliers to ensure that they conform to quality and quantity as per official orders and company policies and procedures; 2. Compiles stock consumptions records and advises management on fast moving, slow moving and obsolete materials to facilitate disposal; 3. Updates records on the ERP database and advises on stock levels; 4. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 10. Post: Senior Supplies Officer- Stores Operations Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Supplies Officer (Stock Control) Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Materials Management 2. Computer literate 3. CSP and Registered with NBMM 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Take charge of stores operations; 2. Supervises the Supplies Officer (Headquarter Stores) 3. Inspects materials received from suppliers to ensure that they conform to quality and quantity as per official orders and company policies and procedures; 4. Supervise placement of stores in respective locations; 5. Issues of stores to indenters; 6. Updates records on the ERP database and advises on received and issued items; 7. Completes the necessary item receiving, storing and issuing documentation; 8. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 11. Post: Business Development Manager Grade: TPSS 1 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Director of Planning and Investment Terms of Employment: Three years Contract(Renewable) REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Economics or Business Administration or Finance Management 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. In-charge of the Business Development Section 2. Advises on TPA Capital Structure, long term liabilities, Loan Policy and costs of Capital. 3. Formulates TPA investment policy 4. Advises management on investment opportunities and available options. 5. Monitors external macro-economic indicators and assesses their impact on TPAs performance 6. Reviews investment proposals to establish financial viability. 7. Undertakes business risk management. 8. Reviews assessment of returns on investment and advice accordingly. 9. Prepares periodic reports on the matters pertaining the section; 10. Supervises, appraises staff and identifies development and training needs. 11. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 12. Post: Principal Business Development Officer- Capital Budget and Financing Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Business Development Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Economics or Business Administration or Finance Management 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. Advises on TPA Capital Structure, long term liabilities, Loan Policy and costs of Capital. 2. Advises on sourcing of finances for investments 3. Evolves capital budgets and cash flow forecasts. 4. Undertakes business risk management. 5. Evaluates financial risks and advise accordingly. 6. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 13. Post: Principal Business Development Officer- Portfolio Analysis Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Business Development Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Economics or Business Administration or Finance Management 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. In-charge of the Portfolio Analysis Unit 2. Leads the tasks of analysis of investment proposals to establish financial viability. 3. Coordinates monitors and evaluates the Authoritys Investment portfolio. 4. Leads the task of analysing potential risks of investments. 5. Makes an analysis of returns on investment. 6. Advices on investment portfolio and diversification. 7. Prepares periodical reports as required. 8. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 14. Post: Principal Research Officer Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Research and Statistics Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Economics, Statistics or Operations Research 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. Carries out research and compiles data for use by management. 2. Leads the research, data analysis and report compilation process. 3. Liaises with other units to collect data as required and interprets data including formats of presentation. 4. Ensures timely availability of information for planning purposes 5. Undertakes Operations Research and evolves models to guide planning decisions 6. Conducts benchmark studies with a view of emulating what befits TPA 7. Supervises, appraises staff and identifies development and training needs 8. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 15. Post: Senior Business Development Officer- Portfolio Analysis Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Business Development Officer Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Economics or Business Administration or Finance Management 2. Computer literate 3. At least 3 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. Makes analysis of investment proposals to establish financial viability. 2. Coordinates monitors and evaluates the Authoritys Investment portfolio. 3. Analyses potential risks of investments. 4. Makes an analysis of returns on investment. 5. Advices on investment portfolio and diversification. 6. Prepares periodical reports as required. 7. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 16. Post: Senior Statistician Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Statistician Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Statistics or Operations Research 2. Computer literate 3. At least 3 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. Performs inferential statistical computations and advises on trends. 2. Provides TPA statistics in a requested format to stake holders. 3. Compiles and maintains statistical series relating to ports information. 4. Compiles weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual statistical reports. 5. Undertakes statistical surveys. 6. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 17. Post: Senior Research Officer Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Research Officer Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Economics, Statistics or Operations Research 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. Carries out research and compiles data for use by Management. 2. Leads the research, data analysis and report compilation process. 3. Liaises with other units to collect data as required and interprets data including formats of presentation. 4. Ensures timely availability of information for planning purposes 5. Undertakes Operations Research and evolves models to guide planning decisions 6. Conducts benchmark studies with a view of emulating what befits TPA 7. Supervises, appraises staff and identifies development and training needs 8. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 18. Post: Senior Planning Officer- Projects & Private Participation Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Planning Officer- Projects and Private Participation Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period. REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Economics or Business Administration 2. Computer literate 3. At least 3 years in a Senior position in a related field DUTIES 1. Conducts studies to identify suitable areas for private participation; 2. Recommend suitable options for private participation; 3. Prepares implementation schedules and calculates implementation costs 4. Monitors implementation progress to ensure that activities are carried out within the set time frame 5. Provide information for preparation of implementation progress reports 6. Any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor 19. Post: Hydrography Manager Grade: TPSS 1 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Director of Engineering Terms of Employment: Three years Contract (Renewable) REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Hydrographic Survey 2. Computer literate 3. Recognised by relevant professional body 4. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Advises management on hydrographic matters 2. Carries out hydrographic surveys and monitors siltation build up in ports, and advises for timely dredging and land reclamation 3. Measures tides at TPA ports for preparation of tide tables. 4. Puts in place navigation aids at TPA ports and along the coast 5. Updates and corrects navigation charts and communicates the same to the International and Local Maritime organs 6. Conducts routine checks on buoys to ensure they are in the right geographical positions as per navigational charts for safe navigation 7. Participates in the removal of debris and wrecks from TPA ports 8. Supervises and appraises staff and identifies their development and training needs. 9. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate superior 20. Post: Principal Rating and Land Surveyor Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Property Management Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Land Survey or Land Use Planning and Management 2. Computer literate 3. Registration with relevant Professional Body 4. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Conducts land surveys/advises on how to carry out land surveys as required by TPA plans; 2. Ensures availability and maintenance of land demarcations and boundaries; 3. Advises on matters Carries out valuation of TPA buildings for internal management decisions like insurance, taxation and leasing. 4. Keeps and maintains a register of buildings/plots for use by TPA. 5. Ensure that rent is collected from those renting TPA properties. 6. Prepares documents/certificates for renting and leasing TPA buildings 7. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate superior 21. Post: Senior Administrative Officer (Capital Projects Coordination) Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Director of Engineering Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Business/Public Administration 2. Computer literate 3. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Responsible for capital projects coordination 2. Maintains a register of capital works and monitors implementation of projects; 3. Ascertains correctness of documents, fee notes and certificates against contracts; 4. Budgeting and expenditure control on capital works; 5. Checks/verifies payments and claims e.g. bill invoices, fee notes, certificate before payments 6. Certifies project completion report 7. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate superior 22. Post: Principal Research and Information Officer Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Marketing Research and Information Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration or Commerce (Marketing) 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Compiles information on business volume through ports, and from research is collected, analyzes and maintains it in safe custody; 2. Participates in market survey and research on global cargo movements, potential markets, regional economic growth and the overall competitiveness of TPA ports, generates reports and presents issues of interest to management for action; 3. Undertakes customer services research; 4. Maintains TPA marketing databases; 5. Designs models for data analysis based on TPA information requirements; 6. Designs data collection instruments for research purposes; 7. Applies relevant computer software to analyse collected data and compiles report accordingly; 8. Reviews periodic statistical analyses for accuracy and proper interpretation; 9. Performs any other duties as assigned by immediate superior 23. Post: Principal Marketing Officer Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Marketing Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration or Commerce (Marketing) 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Participates in developing strategies for promoting TPA ports; 2. Follows-up on shipping trends and economies, analyzes opportunities and advises accordingly; 3. Seeks and reviews relevant research conducted elsewhere for the purpose of keeping informed and identifying opportunities; 4. Advises the Marketing Manager on marketing policies and procedures; 5. Undertakes promotional activities for TPA ports; 6. Prepares market projections and assesses the impacts of marketing efforts; 7. Advises on sound customer care; 8. Undertake tariff reviews and route cost analysis; 9. Set customer service standards; 10. Develops and maintains a sound customer care programme; 11. Follows-up implementation of procedures for catering to the needs of customers such as providing information on tariffs, claims investigations, and processing wavers; 12. Makes follows-up with port managements to ensure that the customer care programme and procedures are properly implemented; 13. Maintains contacts with port users so as to get their views on the level of service provided by TPA and attends to their immediate needs; 14. Conducts marketing sensitization sessions to customers and evaluates the effectiveness of the programme; 15. Performs any other duties as assigned from time to time 24. Post: Principal Human Resource Planning Officer Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Human Resource Development Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Business/Public Administration or Human Resource Management 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Participates in the formulation of Human Resource Development and training policies; 2. Undertakes forecast for human resource skill requirements and availability thereby evolving Training Needs for TPA; 3. Participates in the formulation of TPA human resource development and strategies; 4. Participates in the compilation of human resource development budget; 5. Advises the Principal HR Officer on training and available training opportunities; 6. Compiles annual corporate training programmes and budget estimates; 7. Evaluates the training offered and advises management on changes to be made; 8. Prepares career development plans and succession programmes and ensures successful implementation; 9. Prepares an effective integrated human resource system and data. 10. Implements policies, procedures and standards, on human resource planning; 11. Implements human resource plans that are in line with the approved corporate plan; 12. Carries out analysis of demand and supply forecast of manpower for authority and recommends human resource action plans that would enhance optimal staffing. 13. Carries out manpower accounting and audit and initiates measures to resolve imbalances; 14. Manages an inventory of corporate staff establishment and disseminates it to management; 15. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 25. Post: Senior Human Resources Officer (Training) Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Human Resource Development Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Business/Public Administration or Human Resource Management 2. Computer literate 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Carries out development and training needs assessment in liaison with the other Divisions; 2. Analyses the annual performance appraisal forms and compile development and training needs recommended by supervisors; 3. Prepares training programmes for new and serving employees; 4. Implements TPA training programme 5. Liaises with the Principal Bandari College for implementation of tailor made training programmes based on the training needs established; 6. Organizes nominations for employees to attend various courses which are useful to their areas of specialization; 7. Prepares induction programmes for new employees and implements them; 8. Fosters relations with relevant external training institutions and agencies and solicits technical assistance including training sponsorship; 9. Establishes the impact of training programmes on employee performance and makes necessary recommendations to modify the training programmes; 10. Prepares training budgets and ensuring adherence to approved levels; 11. Participates in developing and reviewing training policies and procedures; 12. Follows up performance of employees on training and conduct counseling for those in need; 13. Monitors employee achievements and recommend for promotion those who have attained professional qualifications; 14. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time 26. Post: Principal Accountant Ledger Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Manager - Financial Accounting Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree of Business Administration, Economics or Finance Management 2. Computer literate 3. Must have CPA (T) and NBAA Registration 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Coordinates the functions of tax and administration and audit, internal and third party payments, maintenance of the ledger and cash and bank reconciliation; 2. Ensures that payments are made in time and in accordance with TPA polices and procedures; 3. Ensures safety and good custody of the company financial records; 4. Handles correspondences from banks and other related institutions; 5. Ascertains proper and optimal control systems and monitors accurate recording of financial transactions; 6. Ensures that bank reconciliations are done as provided in the financial regulations; 7. Ensures compliance to accounting standards and regulations. 8. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 27. Post: Principal Accountant Budgeting & Costing Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Manager - Financial Accounting Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree of Business Administration, Economics or Finance Management 2. Computer literate 3. Must have CPA (T) and NBAA Registration 4. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Supervises consolidation of budgets; 2. Exercises budgetary control for headquarters departments; 3. Ensures implementation of budgetary control policies and procedures; 4. Reviews reports from budget holders with a view of exercising budgetary control; 5. Advises on revenue, costs and trends; 6. Advises of financial performance improvement; 7. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time 29. Post: Principal Database Administrator Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Systems Development Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science . 2. Certification by a relevant body in Database Management Systems, Systems Administration, or Software Development 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Implements all changes in the database structure when need arises 2. appropriate 3. Assists users in developing scripts, and recovery processes. 4. Ensure availability of back-ups and recovery within acceptable redundancy period 5. Monitor database performance and undertakes fine tuning to enhance throughput of the application software 6. Installs DBMS maintenance and update releases 7. Recommends software products and utilities that enhance database throughput and usage. 8. Installs and configures database software on servers and clients, including interface files 9. Maintains security access to database for all production servers 10. Provides consultation to Application Development on problem resolution related to databases. 11. Establishes standards for database schema, naming conventions and database configurations. 12. Undertake the quality of database schemas and software patches. 13. Establishes notification and escalation procedures when responding to help desk calls. 14. Performs regularly scheduled verification procedures and correct any errors. 15. Monitors error logs and resolves database error conditions 16. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time. 30. Post: Principal Business Systems Analyst Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Systems Development Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science. 2. Certification by a professional relevant body 3. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Works closely with users to identify business needs and the costs and benefits of implementing a computing solution 2. Undertake and leads the tasks of feasibility studies and evolve appraisal for suitable IT solutions 3. Constructs information technology (IT) definitions based on identified needs and appraisal; 4. Liaises with other ICT experts to address networking and hardware needs 5. Leads and coordinates the design of suitable system to provide the IT solution 6. Supervise document general system designs based on the user anticipated requirements. 7. Conduct systems reviews for the purposes of improvement 8. Conducts systems test with respect to use requirements 9. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time. 31. Post: Senior Business Systems Analyst-Port Operations Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Business Systems Analyst Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science. 2. Certification by a professional relevant body 3. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Works closely with users to identify business needs and the costs and benefits of implementing a computing solution 2. Undertake fact findings and makes analysis of the same to obtain option for solution. 3. Undertake feasibility studies and evolve appraisal for suitable IT solutions 4. Conduct fact findings and evolve specifications 5. Constructs information technology (IT) definitions based on identified needs and appraisal; 6. Liaises with other ICT experts to address networking and hardware needs 7. Design a suitable system to provide the IT solution 8. Document a general system design based on the user anticipated requirements. 9. Conduct systems reviews for the purposes of improvement 10. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time. 32. Post: Senior Business Systems Analyst - Enterprise Resource Planning Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Business Systems Analyst Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science. 2. Certification by a professional relevant body 3. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Works closely with users to identify business needs and the costs and benefits of implementing a computing solution 2. Undertake fact findings and makes analysis of the same to obtain option for solution. 3. Undertake feasibility studies and evolve appraisal for suitable IT solution 4. Conduct fact findings and evolve specifications 5. Constructs information technology (IT) definitions based on identified needs and appraisal; 6. Liaises with other ICT experts to address networking and hardware needs 7. Design a suitable system to provide the IT solution 8. Document a general system design based on the user anticipated requirements. 9. Conduct systems reviews for the purposes of improvement 10. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time. 33. Post: Senior Software Maintenance Officer Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Software Development Officer Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science. 2. Competence in 3rd to 5th generation languages. 3. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Make studies and identify new requirements for adoptive software maintenance 2. Diagnose faults and institute correction; 3. Maintain logs of adoptive and corrective maintenance 4. Assist users in developing macros for routine applications; 5. Perform software trouble shooting 6. Perform any other duties assigned. 34. Post: Network and Technical Support Manager Grade: TPSS 1 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Director of Information and Communication Technology Terms of Employment: Three years Contract (Renewable) REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science or Telecommunication Engineering 2. Certified by CISCO Standards 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. In-Charge of the Network and Technical Support; 2. Ensure effective and efficient Networking and data communication in TPA; 3. Provide connectivity and technical support to users; 4. Provide network security assurance; 5. Monitor TPA network performance; 6. Coordinate and supervise the maintenance of internet, intranet, extranet and web applications; 7. Develop and manage the network infrastructure; 8. Advise management on ICT developments; 9. Facilitate cross functional communication. 10. Participate in the installation of operating systems and application software 11. Coordinate and supervise the developing and maintaining of documentation that includes: Description of physical configuration (diagram) Operating system version, patches applied Services used, sources and dependencies Special considerations in configuration Applications supported 12. Maintain in safe custody software and tools 13. Participate in the installation of operating systems and application software 14. Maintain the operational software library 15. Evaluates server performance, and recommends changes to the environment 16. Assists Database Administration and Software Development sections in the installation of DBMS and software application 17. Establishes network connections and provides and maintains directory services 35. Post: Principal Network and Technical Support Officer Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Network and Technical Support Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science or Telecommunication Engineering 2. Certified by CISCO Standards 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Responsible for the administration of WAM and LAN within the organization; 2. Responsible for planning, designing and installing network to user premises. 3. Lay down measure and check unwarranted connection to the network. 4. In charge of system fault management in which he/she ensures proper fault management software is available and working; 5. Responsible for planning and implementing user right, access and security. 6. Answerable to all queries pertaining to user rights, access and security. 7. In charge of implementing network Security, installing and ensuring operation of proper security management software. 8. Responsible for network design and repair/update of existing network. 9. In charge of implementing network performance management software and implementation. 10. Identity group, assign access rights and security levels to network users. 11. Establishes and controls systems access and security 12. Coordinates protocols for operation within multi-user IT networks that provides voice, data and text transmission 13. Checks systems in order to optimize performance and initiates recovery action after system failures 14. Implements regular housekeeping procedures, including data backup 15. Manages the distribution and retention of data on various storage devices 16. Coordinates system updates and replacement of 'old' versions 17. Ensure maintaining of data dictionaries 18. Provides assistance in testing new equipment and systems 19. Prepares technical reports on the operation of systems 20. Provides training in systems use and access. 21. Coordinate the work of support staff 22. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time. 36. Post: Principal Web Management Officer Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Web Management Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science 2. Network skills for MS Windows; Certified Netware Engineer (CNE) and CISCO Certification. 3. Competence in relevant computer languages for web based applications. 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Coordinate with TPA website advisory team to establish priorities for Website development; 2. Design and undertake maintenance of the website; 3. Maintains the web servers and related accessories; 4. Undertakes programming/web scripting and code fusion, ASP, HTML, XML, Java Scripts, TELNETS, and Open Source; 5. Install interactive software to facilitate updating of pages of different departments; 6. Undertake web based database administration; 7. Provide excellent customer service to all levels of users, and encourage timeliness and accuracy of web paged information and resolution of problems; 8. Enforce compliance with applicable TPA requirements and policies of the website usage, security and standards; 9. Monitor the frequency of people who visit the site for development planning purposes; 10. Perform any other duties assigned. 37. Post: Coordination Manager (Sea Ports) Grade: TPSS 1 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Director of Operations Terms of Employment: Three years Contract (Renewable) REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Port and Harbour Administration/Business Administration/Economics/Transport and Logistics Management 2. Must be Computer Literate 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Participates in the formulation of tariff for TPA port services; 2. Assesses adequacy and the need for marine crafts at the sea ports and advises the Director of Operations accordingly; 3. Advises on specifications regarding marine crafts and equipment supplied for the sea ports are as per specifications; 4. Develops plans for craft and equipment replacement and disposal; 5. Assists the Director of Operations in monitoring enforcement of policies and procedures on sea ports operations; 6. Interprets and advises on sea port regulations and maritime law; 7. Assists the Director of Operations in formulating and reviewing objectives and policies pertaining to sea ports operational services; 8. Undertakes reviews of Sea Ports regulations; 9. Determines sea port productivity levels and advises on improvement; 10. Performs any other duties as may be assigned. 38. Post: Coordination Manager (Lake Ports) Grade: TPSS 1 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Director of Operations Terms of Employment: Three years Contract (Renewable) REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Port and Harbour Administration/Business Administration/Economics/Transport and Logistics Management 2. Must be Computer Literate 3. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Participates in the formulation of tariff for TPA port services; 2. Assesses adequacy and the need for marine crafts at the lake ports and advises the Director of Operations accordingly; 3. Advises on specifications regarding marine crafts and equipment supplied for the lake ports are as per specifications; 4. Develops plans for craft and equipment replacement and disposal; 5. Assists the Director of Operations in monitoring enforcement of policies and procedures on lake ports operations; 6. Interprets and advises on lake port regulations and maritime law; 7. Assists the Director of Operations in formulating and reviewing objectives and policies pertaining to lake ports operational services; 8. Undertakes reviews of lake Ports regulations; 9. Determines lake port productivity levels and advises on improvement; 10. Performs any other duties as may be assigned. 39. Post: Senior Communications Officer Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Headquarters REPORTING TO: Principal Communications Officer (Publications and Media) Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or International Relations; 2. Must be Computer Literate 3. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Supervises activities related to Publications and the Media; 2. Drafts press releases and answers to queries on the operations of TPA; 3. Participates in the preparation of TPA publications and promotional materials; 4. Advise on suitable publishing and/or printing equipment and software; 5. Produce TPA publications and distribute them in time; 6. Undertake the preparation, publishing and printing of TPA annual reports; 7. Follow-up to schedules of interviews/radio and TV programmes; 8. Prepares TPA Newsletter and other publications 9. Coordinates the preparation of TPA Calendars and diaries 10. Disseminates all publications, news letters and calendars to those earmarked 11. Collects and edits marine business oriented news 12. Prepares TPA promotional materials; 13. Participates in the production of suitable designs for TPA publications; 14. Performs any other duties assigned from time to time 40. Post: Senior Systems Administrator Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Dar es Salaam Port REPORTING TO: Assistant Port Manager (Services) Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Information and Communication Technology or Computer Science or Telecommunication Engineering 2. Certified by CISCO Standards 3. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Coordinates and supervises Assistant Officers (Network Administration and Help Desk) in providing network technical support at the port; 2. Leads subordinates to ensure that there is constant access to the server and the network and all other computer applications; 3. Maintains log of status of functioning of the network including the faults and unusual events; 4. Enforces compliance to the laid down procedures; 5. Receives defective machines from user departments, analyses magnitudes of the problem, decides if the problem can be solved internally or outside; 6. Ensure that all the machines sent out for repair are brought back; 7. Prepare reports on machines that are beyond economic repair for a further step for replacement; 8. Provides replies to queries pertaining to user rights and access; 9. Implements controls on systems access; 10. Checks systems in order to optimize performance and initiates recovery action after system failures; 11. Implements regular housekeeping procedures, including data backup; 12. Manages the distribution and retention of data on various storage devices; 13. Ensure maintaining of data dictionaries; 14. Coordinates matters related to database access and queries; 15. Provides assistance in testing new equipment and systems; 16. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time. 41. POST: Principal Pilot Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Dar es Salaam Port REPORTING TO: Harbour Master Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Form VI 2. Advanced Diploma and Officer of the Navigation Watch 3. Computer Literate 4. Class I Deck Officer Certificate of Competence 5. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Supervises Sailing of ships/ other vessels for safe berthing & un- berthing within the Port. 2. Ensures Piloting of Ships and other Vessels for safe berthing & unberthing within the Port as per approved procedures 3. Controls piloting of Vessels/ Tugs beyond harbour boundaries within the approved procedures 4. Pilots Tugs / Floating Crane for dry docking 5. Ensures achievement of set departmental targets 6. Ensures outgoing ship has a valid outward clearance before leaving their current bays, 7. Ensures Pilot Log sheet and Masters Report are accurately feed up for billing purposes 8. Ensures maintenance of accurate records 9. Participates in developing departmental plans and strategies on ship berthing. 10. Supervises, appraises staff and identifies development and training needs. 11. Ensures ships berth in ports meets safety environmental control measures 12. Performs any other duties as assigned from time to time 42. POST: Principal Tower Control Master Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Dar es Salaam Port REPORTING TO: Harbour Master Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Control Tower Master Class I Or Equivalent 2. Class 1 Certificate of Competence (FG), PLUS (GMDSS) and VTS Operators certificates. 3. 4. Computer Literate 5. At least 5 years in a related field DUTIES 1. In-charge of the control Tower 2. Participates in development of operational plans for the section 3. Ensures observance of safety measures and environmental management standards as per international requirements 4. Analyses information & shift reports and summaries and submit to appropriate users 5. Drafts and reviews operational procedures at the control tower and advice accordingly. 6. Provides instructions, and directions to Tower users 7. Identifies communication problems and report to Tower Control Master 8. Performs any other duties as assigned from time to time 43. POST: Senior Tower Control Master Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Dar es Salaam Port REPORTING TO: Principal Tower Control Master Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Form IV/VI 2. Class 1 Certificate of Competence (FG), PLUS (GMDSS) and VTS Operators certificates. 3. Computer Literate 4. At least 3 years in a related field DUTIES 1. Participates in development of operational plans for the section 2. Ensures implementation of section plans as per approved corporate strategic plan 3. Ensures achievement of set section targets 4. Ensures that safety measures and environmental management standards as per international requirements are observed. 5. Analyses information & shift reports and summarizes and submits to appropriate users. 6. Prepares quarterly, semi annual and annual reports regarding the safety and traffic events. 7. Undertakes staff administrative duties. 8. Drafts and reviews Operational procedures at the control tower and ensures enforcement as per approved policies 9. Provides instructions, directions and solves communication problems. 10. Assesses and approves interpretation of information, pictures and the courses of action as per input from staff 11. Coordinates Maritime communication to facilitate search and rescue operations as per approved procedures and policies 12. Performs any other duties as assigned from time to time 44. POST: Principal Operations Officer (Planning and Shipping-Container Terminal) Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Dar es Salaam Port REPORTING TO: Container Terminal Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Shipping and Port Management/ Business/Administration/Commerce/Economics 2. Computer Literate 3. At least 5 years working experience in a related field DUTIES 1. Coordinates the functions of labour and operator pool management, container operations planning and handling of documentation; 2. Supervises the production of operations plans that includes the ship berthing plans; 3. Supervises the allocation and utilisation of equipment operators at the Terminal; 4. Ensures availability of clerks and other labour at work points when need arises; 5. the control information regarding container movement, receipts and deliveries; 6. Performs any other related duties as may be assigned 45. POST: Oil Terminal Manager Grade: TPSS 1 Station: Dar es Salaam Port REPORTING TO: Assistant Port Manager- Operations and Technical Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Chemical-Process Engineering 2. Computer Literate 3. At least 5 years working experience in a related field DUTIES 1. Participates in development of operational plans for the Terminal 2. Ensures achievement of set targets of the Terminal 3. Ensures implementation of routine & preventive maintenance related to SPM & KOJ including all associates fire & Safety requirements and flow meters. 4. Ensures compliance of operations to safety and environmental management standards 5. Handles safe piloting of ships in and out of the Oil Terminals within the set procedures and policies 6. Coordinates the discharging and loading operations at SPM. 7. Maintains records of all tankers and raises accurate billing for Revenue Charges within the set procedures, tariffs and policies 8. Ensures that craft deployed for SPM purposes are kept up to date in terms of routine and preventive maintenance. 9. Ensures proper implementation of all anti-pollution system as per approved procedures and policies in the Authority 10. Coordinates all diving and under water operations and maintains accurate information; 11. Ensures effective development and implementation of preventive maintenance programmes and schedules on Oil Terminal facilities. 12. Supervise, appraises staff and identifies training and development needs. 13. Performs any other duties as assigned from time to time 46. POST: Principal Marketing Officer Grade: TPGS 8 Station: Dar es Salaam Port REPORTING TO: Marketing and Commercial Manager Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First degree in Business Administration (Marketing) 2. Computer Literate 3. At least 5 years working experience in a related field DUTIES 1. Undertakes market research and maintain market information; 2. Assists in carrying out tariff reviews; 3. Undertakes port promotional activities such as TPA week events; 4. Ensures that the service delivered are customer focused; 5. Participates in the activities geared toward attraction of new markets; 6. Performs any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor 47. POST: Senior Supplies Officer, Tender Board Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Tanga Port REPORTING TO: Principal Supplies Officer Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. First Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Materials Management 2. Computer Literate 3. CSP or ISP/Registered with NBMM 4. At least 3 years working experience in a related field DUTIES 1. Ensures that tenders are floated in line with prescribed public procurement regulations for strategic sourcing; 2. Takes minutes of Central Tender committee meetings and overseeing contracts execution and management; 3. Ensures that supplies contracts are acceptable. 4. Advises port management on tender processes and requirements; 5. Performs any other duty as may be assigned from time to time 48. POST: Pilot i Grade: TPGS 7 Station: Tanga Port REPORTING TO: Harbour Master Terms of Employment: Contract of Unspecified Period REQUIRED QualificationS AND Experience 1. Form VI 2. Advanced Diploma and Officer of the Navigation Watch 3. Class I Deck Officer Certificate of Competence 4. Computer Literate 5. At least 3 years working experience in a related field DUTIES 1. Sails ships/ other vessels for safe berthing & un-berthing within the Port; 2. Pilots Ships/ other Vessels for safe berthing & un-berthing within the Port; 3. Pilots Vessels/ Tugs beyond harbour boundaries; 4. Pilots Tugs / Floating Crane for dry docking; 5. Ensures that all outgoing ships have valid outward clearance, 6. Ensures Pilot Log sheet and Master Report are accurately filled up for billing purposes; 7. Performs any other duties as assigned from time to time Remuneration Attractive salary within TPA salary scales/grade Mode of Application & Address Interested candidates should submit their applications enclosing curriculum vitae, photocopies of certificates and testimonials and names and address of two referees to: The Director of Human Resource Development and Administration P. O. Box 9184 DAR ES SALAAM ** For More Vacancies Please visit our Website: Welcome to Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) Akiba Uhaki Foundation is a regional proactive and innovative Human Rights & Social Justice grant-making institution working to promote and strengthen human rights and social justice in East Africa. We endeavor to provide a space for regional activism and institutional strengthening through our programming strategies and flexible grant making. In pursuit of its mandate and strategic objectives, the Fund desires to urgently recruit from among persons of relevant expertise and experience, who share the Funds vision of a just world in which all people enjoy human rights and live in dignity, to fill the key vacant position of Finance & Grants Management Accountant. Job Title: FINANCE & GRANTS MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT No. of Posts: 1(one) Reporting Relationship: Reporting to the Program Coordinator and the Executive Director. Overall Goal: To maintain an effective and efficient financial accounting system including cash management, generation of system reports for management reporting purposes and assisting in the creation and re-enforcement of systems, procedures and policy. Also, to work closely with grantees, management and donors to ensure compliance with the Funds grants management process. Responsibilities: Day-to-day running of the Finance department particularly in enforcing policy requirements as well as ensuring compliance with internal controls and recommending areas for improvement ; Posting entries into a computerized accounting system and passing all re-allocating and adjusting journal entries. Maintenance of general ledger and addition and deletion of new and old GL accounts; Petty cash responsibility including arranging for banking and collection of cash and checks to/from the bank as required; Preparing monthly reconciliation of all bank accounts and related statutory requirements and payroll withholdings as well as generating monthly and quarterly financial management reports; Preparing & processing cheque/cash payments and verifying staff travel and medical claims for completeness and accuracy; Maintaining assets records, including regular checks and physical verifications; Assist and provide the information required to the management team for purposes of budget preparation and compiling and maintaining records of items purchased or transferred between projects for cost recovery, cost tracking purposes and donor reporting; Maintaining an accurate and up to date filing system for accounting records and related vouchers; Work with external auditors and enable them to carry out their audit work at minimum cost to the organization Monitor grantee reporting requirements and evaluate grantee narrative and financial reports to ensure compliance. Advising grantee organisations on effective financial management processes and reporting QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE A Bachelors degree in an accounting related field (such as commerce, business administration, finance and economics.) Certified Public Accountant (CPA-Kenya) with accounting experience of at least 3 years Experience in using financial accounting software and maintenance of fixed asset register. Proficiency in use of Ms Excel and Ms Word Excellent analytical and reporting skills Experience in grants accounting, human rights and social justice sector work and working knowledge of French are an added advantage Every interested candidate is required to forward her/his application letter, current detailed CV with three references, day time telephone number and a three paragraph motivational statement on why you are interested in the job. The applications should be sent to: The Program Coordinator, Akiba Uhaki Foundation, P.O Box 27611-00100 Nairobi. Email:info@akibauhaki.org All applications must be received not later than Thursday December 17, 2008. Akiba is an equal opportunities employer and therefore all are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by December 24, 2008, please know that your application was unsuccessful. The Organization ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural development. Established in 1972, it is one of the 15 Centers of the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and is supported by more 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. ICRISAT with its Headquarters located in India has regional centers and research teams in Asia and Sub- Saharan Africa. In the Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA), ICRISAT has country programs in Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Mozambique. For further details please visit our website || ICRISAT ||. ICRISAT regional office for Eastern and Southern Africa is located in Nairobi, Kenya and is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the locally recruited position of Country Administrator. The Position: The Country Administrator will be responsible for providing administrative support to the ESA Regional Office. 1. Impact of Work: This position by handling all administrative functions should assist the Director -ESA to concentrate on the scientific elements of the job. Provision of effective administrative services is critical to the success of research programs. Pro-active management of staff is essential to ensure high motivation and morale. In view of the large portion of the operating and capital budgets managed, cost-effectiveness will have a large impact on the regions expenses. 2. Primary Purpose: Implementation of approved management policies, logistic support to research programs and management information systems in the location. Ensure effective and cost effective services are provided. Contribute to policy development and productivity gains. 3. Major Activities: To work closely and provide administrative support to scientists and other researchers in achieving ICRISATs mandate. Review & recommend policies on administrative matters (Housing, Travel, transport, Security, communications, Purchase and Stores). Ensure provision of all required services and information in the areas of administration, human resources and computer technology. Ensure compliance with all relevant internal and external regulations applicable to the Institute in general and to the location in particular. Recruit, train, develop and motivate the team members in the location. Visit and do an audit of the various sites in the location to ensure compliance with policy and procedures and for operational efficiency. The Candidate The successful candidate should have: Bachelors Degree in Business, Management, Finance or Human Resources Management. Knowledge of computer applications. Service orientation, customer focus and cost-consciousness. Ability to manage people of different levels. At least 5 years experience in administration in multicultural organizations in developing countries. Terms of Offer The position is on local support staff terms open only to Kenyan Citizens. Salary and perquisites paid in local currency are highly competitive. Appointment is on a three (3) year contract subject to a nine (9) month probation period, satisfactory performance, continued relevance of the position and adequate funding. ICRAF and ICRISAT offer a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment, believe that staff diversity promotes excellence, and strongly encourages applications from qualified women. Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications/competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address). All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya; Tel +254 20 7224000; Fax +254 20 7224001; OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Applicants should indicate Application for Country Administrator ICRISAT on their application letters OR email submissions. Applications will be considered until 16th December 2008. If you do not hear from us by 30th December 2008, please consider your application unsuccessful. We invite you to learn more about ICRISAT and ICRAF by accessing our web sites: || ICRISAT || and World Agroforestry Centre: Home. REPUBLIC OF RWANDA HUMAN RESOURCES AND INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (HIDA) Tel: 513932 Fax: 513931 P.O. Box 7367 Kigali - Rwanda Email: info @ hida.org.rw REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REGIONAL ADVERTISEMENT) Assignment to train Government of Rwanda Accountants and Internal Auditors on the ACCA Training Program 1. BACKGROUND 1.1 The Government of Rwanda (GoR) through the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) has decided to facilitate government accountants and internal auditors so that they obtain certification of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants [ACCA] in the medium term under the Rwanda Expertise Scheme [RES] for accountants and internal auditors. This activity is expected to be financed within the PFM component of the Public Sector Capacity Building Project [PSCBP] funded by the World Bank and under the Multi Donor Trust Fund [MDTF] for Public Financial Management Reforms. 1.2 The GoR is now desirous to enrol and put into ACCA training a total of 335 government accountants and internal auditors and accordingly seeks to secure two reputable training institutions [TIs] from the region that will guarantee high pass rates at each examination sitting during 2009 and 2010. It is in this regard that the GoR is seeking the services of two training institutions to provide ACCA training to the accountants and internal auditors. 2. OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT 2.1 The main objective of the assignment is for the selected TIs to provide high quality training to GoR accountants and internal auditors and ensure global pass rate per subject [within a range of 10 %] is achieved at every ACCA sitting in order to contribute to the creation of sustainable capacity for public accounting and internal audit in the Government institutions. For example if the global pass rate is 65% in a given paper, the training institution (TI) should achieve at least a 55% pass rate or better. The Training to be provided should lead to ACCA Professional certification and CAT certification. 3. SCOPE OF SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED 3.1 The selected training institutions will perform the following activities:- Provide adequate training, coaching, tests, remedial classes, etc as appropriate to Government Trainees on dates, times, frequency as will be agreed with MINECOFIN; Provide adequate and latest training materials to the govern¬ment Trainees; Provide adequate training support to all Government Trainees on time as deemed necessary; Ensure that Government Trainees are registered with the ACCA on time [this includes registration for examination purposes as well]; and Provide on a timely basis [monthly and quarterly] monitoring reports to MINECOFIN. 4. DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT 4.1 The contract duration of this assignment is envisaged to run for five years renewable on an annual basis upon the satisfactory performance of both the TIs and the trainees. 5. SUBMISSION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES 5.1 HIDA, on behalf of MINECOFIN, now invites interested training institutions to indicate their interest in providing the consulting services. Interested TIs must provide a statement of capability and experience indicating 1) the number of trainers and their teaching experience on ACCA programs; 2) their ability to provide block release or revision classes in time for the examinations; 3) their ability to process all registrations of the Trainees in time ; 4) their ability to procure and deliver the ACCA study and revision manuals on time; 5) their ability to provide reasonable and adequate class room space for training; 6) their financial ability to provide the study materials in advance of receiving payments from Government; 7) a record of performance for the last two years indicating an overall pass rate range per subject paper and 8) availability of offices in Kigali or willingness to secure offices in Kigali with key administrative and teaching staff prior to starting the assignment. 5.2 Expressions of Interest must be sent no later than December 29, 2008 to procurement @ hida.org.rw and copied to the following email addresses: fred.mujuni @ minecofin.gov.rw. iohn.munga @ minecofin.gov.rw. amin .miramago @ mecofin.gov.rw, rmuragije @ hida.org.rw and jbagaza @ hida.org.rw. with EOI FOR ASSIGNMENT TO TRAIN ON ACCA TRAINING PROGRAM in the subject line. The Selection of the successful training institutions shall be conducted in accordance with procedures set out in Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (Revised May 2002). King Faisal Hospital, Kigali B. P. 2534, KIGALI TEL: (250) 588888; 582654; 582469 FAX: (250) 58 32 03 EMAIL: faisal@rwanda1.com Website: ::.WELCOME TO KING FAISAL HOSPITAL,KIGALI.:: Career Opportunity Enjoy a career as an employee at KFH,K, one of the leading Health Care Service providers in Rwanda and the great lakes region. The Hospital seeks candidates for the following position: Chief Operations Officer Responsibilities To serve as the overall manager, entirely responsible for the overall financial and administrative performance of the hospital. He/She ensures that the hospital delivers high quality cost effective health care services. This should be achieved by providing efficient and effective management in all hospital areas required to achieve its mission. Job specifications Education: At least a Masters' degree in Management or in Public Health, with experience of managing hospitals or other similar health institutions Masters' degree in management with proven experience or interest in health management, / Masters degree in human medicine with proven experience in management would be fairly considered. Experience: At least 5 years related experience in similar institution. Previous management experience with particular emphasis on development of strategies, policies and procedures is an added advantage Skills Excellence analytical, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Must be ready to work in a multicultural environment and prepared to meet tight deadlines Must be able to communicate fluently and persuasively Ability to speak and write English is a must but knowledge of additional languages such as French is strongly preferred. Negotiation skills King Faisal Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates who are qualified and interested for this post should send; an applications letter, a filled application form (available from KFH,K HR Office or downloadable from KFH,K Website), CV together with certified copies of academic documents, and contact address with current mobile contact to the attention of the EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, KING FAISAL HOSPITAL. P.O. BOX 2534, KIGALI-RWANDA. Application can also be submitted online through the address above. The deadline for submission of the above documents is 31/12/2008. Qualifying candidates will be invited for interviews. We are Industrial, laboratory & Medical items resellers and distributors. We urgently need to fill the following positions: 1. Medical Sales Representatives - Surgical & Gen. Laboratory Products 2. Technical Marketing Representatives - Gen. Laboratory, industrial & School products The Job To identify and provide sales and marketing services of our products to clients in East Africa To build and strengthen business relationship with our clients all over East Africa To continuously and consistently improve profitability by meeting set business performance standards To work closely with the management and other personnel in order to serve our customers efficiently The Candidates Should be holders of University degrees or Higher National Diploma in any of the following areas: Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Medical Laboratory Technology, Food technology or any related qualifications. Should be presentable, mature and an excellent communicator Should be very fluent in written and spoken English Qualifications in marketing and previous experience in marketing of products of our specialty will be an added advantage. Those fulfilling the requirements and are interested should submit their applications together with detailed CV and all relevant attachments including testimonials and current salary via mail before December 29, 2008 to the following address: The Managing Director DLA Scientific Ltd P O BOX 7482 - 00100 GPO NAIROBI World Vision is an international Christian, relief and development organization working to promote the well being of all people - especially children. World Vision offers material, emotional, social and spiritual support to millions of people in over 99 countries. Our Africa Region is seeking to recruit 2 National Directors. Both positions require persons with a track record of operating under a high degree of independence, able to lead their teams and contribute to the wider global leadership of the WVI partnership and with excellent communication skills in English and French for the DRC position. 1. NATIONAL DIRECTOR - WV Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 2. NATIONAL DIRECTOR - WV Zimbabwe PURPOSE OF POSITIONS To lead, direct, develop, and manage the implementation of all aspects of World Vision's ministry while realizing the organizational vision, mission and core values. To Ensure that WV's holistic ministry is child focused and is of the highest standard of quality, accountability, and cost effectiveness according to the relevant policies, protocols and standards of World Vision International and also effectively represent World Vision to all donors, project partners, other international World Vision offices, foreign and local government representatives, churches and other non-governmental organizations. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES To ensure effective Leadership of teams and National Board relations To ensure ministry effectiveness according to policies and procedure Demonstration of Self-managing and Spiritual Formation To direct the integrated strategic plan and ensure regular intervals of strategic planning (every 3 years) and keep the programme focused and tailored to achieve impact in a rapidly changing country and global context. To ensure technical / sectoral and Programme Implementation Effectiveness. To provide Technical / Sectoral oversight; Lead in the area of Humanitarian Emergency Affairs (HEA), development activities within Area Development Programmes (ADP's) and beyond the ADP's as appropriate. To uphold responsibility in all aspects of reporting and prudent resources accountability. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Bachelor's Degree (Masters in related field desired). Significant leadership and management experience in handling complex humanitarian emergencies and country/national multi-sectoral projects is required. 8-10 years of experience in leadership/management field (3-5 of which should be in an international organization). Management experience of an organization with over 500 national and international staff is preferred. Proficiency in French is a requirement for the National Director DRC position. Knowledge of computers, e-mail, internet and current office software is strongly preferred. Evident vision and passion for the poor (particularly the vulnerability of children subjected to poverty) with a good understanding of the culture, history and social context of each of the country. As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. All applicants must submit their applications online through www.wvi.org (employment) by 22nd December 2008. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED For further information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org Safari Park Hotel, a leading five star hotel situated in Nairobi and serving the top notch of the Hospitality sector seeks to employ suitable Kenyan Citizens with the right attributes to fill the positions below: A. INTERNAL AUDITOR Reporting to the Financial controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for; Creating, promoting and improving controls and provide competent, independent and objective assurance about the adequacy and effectiveness of key internal controls throughout the hotel. To provide practical, proactive business advise and recommendations where controls are absent, and develop rolling audit plans based on risk assessments and the overall control environment. Developing audit programmes and document various processes using various audit tools. Lead and participate in regular periodic financial and operational audit projects. The position is challenging and calls for a dynamic, confident, aggressive and forward thinking person with the following attributes; Aged 35 - 45 years Be holders of a degree in Finance or Business related field from a recognised University. Be holders of a CPA (K) or ACCA qualification. Minimum ten years working experience in a similar position in a five star hotel with at least five years relevant experience in a senior auditing position. Sufficient knowledge in IT. and experience in audit of computer based systems B. CHIEF ACCOUNTANT Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for; Overall supervision of Accounts department for day to day work within the operational policies of the hotel. Control of Expenses; - Review of Bank reconciliations, inventory records, guest lists and credit control, To work with the financial Controller in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports. Should also prepare company budgets with input from department heads. To be able to run the Finance Departmental meetings in the absence of the Financial controller. The position is challenging and calls for a dynamic, confident, aggressive and forward thinking person with the following attributes; Aged 35 - 45 years Be holders of a CPA (K) or ACCA qualification. Have not less ten (10) years experience, 5 years of which must be in a similar position in charge of a busy Accounting Department or section in a large organization. Must have supervisory experience. Must be of unquestionable integrity and be supported by good references. Must also have working knowledge of Kenya tax laws as they relate to Income Tax, VAT, and Payroll statutory deductions - NSSF, NHIF, PAYE and Service Charge. Previous work experience in the hospitality set up would be an added advantage. A Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidates. Applications accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials from applicants who meet the above qualifications and are up to the challenge should be sent to the address below to reach them by 27th December 2008. Human Resources & Admin. Manager P.O. Box 45038-00100, NAIROBI or email careers @ safariparkhotel.co.ke Must have excellent writing skills, at least a first degree, 5 years relevant experience and be internet savvy. We respect ideas and challenge. Attractive remuneration. Marketing whiz An ambitious person to design and execute innovative marketing strategies, a persuader to charm sponsors into supporting our vision to smarten East Africa, a formidable organizer able to oversee local and international events efficiently and with good cheer. Salesman or woman If you are enthusiastic and goal oriented, with at least two years experience, email why you would be the best placed to get our books and new products to market. Financial rock A planner able to think strategically and offer timely advice, an operations or administrative guru able to effectively deal with the big and small demands of a growing entrepreneurial company., a good communicator able to explain numbers to non-finance team members Web and graphic guru A designer with the technical skills to exploit web, mobile, and print platforms, an ideas person with a good design eye. Video/film/animation production skills an added advantage. Fundraiser a charmer with a proven track record of raising funds for important projects, an enabler who loves 'knowledge' and believes in the importance of raising its profile as a pillar for our development, a reliable and self motivated person who may choose to answer this call on a project contract basis. Writers Interviewers with the skill to recognize and capture relevant moments of conversations and experiences, wordsmiths skilled at using words to shape attitudes. We're willing to consider those with less experience if they send us sample work that wows us with its depth and distinct voice - preferably based on an interview about an issue that Kenya needs to bring out of the closet. We do not seek lectures, pontifications, boring do-gooder-speak. Think fresh. Think real. Please email us through martin @ storymojaafrica.co.ke and persuade us that you are 'The One'.

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