Kenya Red Cross Society Vacancies

The Kenya Red Cross Society is a humanitarian relief organisation created in 1965 through an Act of Parliament, CAP 256 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Society has aligned its organisational structure with its strategic direction aimed at decentralising decision making authority to its Regional and Branch network where the core business takes place.

The Society seeks to invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following positions.

Position Title: Head of Disaster Management
Reporting to: Deputy Secretary General
Job Location: Headquarters (Nairobi)

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Deputy Secretary General for the development, implementation and evaluation of disaster management programmes designed to respond to natural and man-caused disasters such as drought, famine, flood, landslides, explosions, fire, major accidents and other calamities capable of interrupting the development process and wiping out major assets, in addition to causing loss of life, injury and great human suffering.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Branches, Regions, communities and other stakeholders in order to develop a strategic disaster management plan and budget aligned to the Society’s strategic objectives as well as Government policies and strategies
• Coordinate mapping and vulnerabilities capacity assessment (VCA) in order to minimize disaster risks by building the capacity of communities to effectively prepare and respond to natural and man-made disasters
• Identify and put in place early warning systems (EWS) in vulnerable areas by utilizing the latest technology contingency plans, strategies and tactics as well as traditional knowledge management systems to respond and recover from disasters
• Coordinate the proper establishment and management of large-scale intergovernmental, interagency and interdisciplinary unified commands and regular exercises in order to respond effectively to disasters
• Develop and implement effective resource mobilisation strategies, including coordinate the development and preparation of funding proposals and appeals for material assistance
• Prepare inception reports, concept papers, periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant post-graduate qualification such as MSc in Disaster Management, Public Health (MPH) or equivalent qualifications
• Over eight (8) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating disaster management implementing programmes in emergency/relief context

Key Competencies

• Broad knowledge of humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals at national, regional and international levels aimed at combating disasters
• Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the Society’s articulated vision for change, create a sense of urgency around change and motivates staff to join change efforts
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Demonstrated technical expertise in strategic management, project planning and budgeting, resource management, implementation ability as well as programme monitoring and evaluation
• Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to aimed at expanding financial resources
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

Position Title: Disaster Preparedness Manager
Reporting to: Head of Disaster Management
Job Location: Headquarters (Nairobi)

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Head of Disaster Management for the effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of disaster preparedness programmes aimed at building capacity and strengthening the community’s resilience to prevent and effectively cope with emergencies, hazards and natural disasters such as drought, famine, flood, landslides, explosions, fire, major accidents and other calamities capable of interrupting the development process and wiping out major assets, in addition to causing loss of life, injury and great human suffering.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop community based disaster preparedness contingency plans as well as strategies and budgets aimed at risk reduction
• Coordinate the mapping of disaster risk areas and vulnerability capacity assessment (VCA) in order to develop strategies for strengthen communities to effectively prepare and respond to natural and man-made disasters
• Coordinate the development and implementation of community based early warning systems (EWS) utilizing the latest technology, contingency plans as well strategies and tactics as well as traditional knowledge management systems
• Coordinate the establishment and development of Red Cross Action Teams (RCAT) at the community, Branch and Regional level
• Participate in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of a national training curriculum and capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to prepare for disasters and large-scale emergencies
• Coordinate preparation of funding proposals and appeals for material assistance in line with the strategic plan by ensuring adherence to donor requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant post-graduate qualification such as MSc in Disaster Management or equivalent qualifications
• Over five (5) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating disaster management implementing programmes in emergency/relief context

Key Competencies

• Knowledge of humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals at national, regional and international levels aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and political issues
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet
• Ability to monitor project against milestones, double-checks the accuracy of information to discover weakness and strive for high quality performance.

Position Title: Regional Disaster Management - Lower Eastern
Reporting to: Regional Manager
Job Location: Machakos

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Regional Manager for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating disaster management programmes that respond to natural disasters such as drought, famine, flood, fire, major accidents and other calamities within the Region.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development, implementation of the annual regional plan and budget aimed at operationalising programmes and projects activities
• Coordinate implementation of disaster management programmes to respond to drought, famine, flood, landslides, explosions, fire, major accidents and other calamities with potential to cause loss of life, injury and great human suffering.
• Mapping risks and vulnerability capacity assessment, strategic planning of the disaster management cycle; mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of community based early warning systems (EWS) utilizing the latest technology, contingency plans as well strategies and tactics as well as traditional knowledge management systems
• Coordinate the establishment and development of Red Cross Action Teams (RCAT) at the community, Branch and Regional level
• Establish and strengthen disaster response teams at the community, Branch, Regional levels to effectively deal with emerging disasters
• Coordinate the distribution of relief supplies and food supplements to support communities affected by disasters and large-scale emergencies
• Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop community based action plans, strategies and budgets aimed at tracing missing persons caused by displacement or disappearance of persons resulting from disasters
• Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, donors, government agencies, the private sector and other players to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance organizational effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant graduate qualification such as BSc in Disaster Management or equivalent qualifications
• Over three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating disaster management implementing programmes in emergency/relief context

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the Society’s strategic objectives
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and political issues
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their: Application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees, one of whom should be former employer, personal contacts such as telephone, e-mail and postal address.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday 12th February 2010.

Assistant Production Manager Vacancy

A well established Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company is looking for a self motivated individual to join its production team.

The company has all major manufacturing lines inclusive of tablets, liquids and sterile preparations.

Key Responsibilities for this position:-

• Provide leadership in establishment of high working norms for all production personnel.
• Set daily production targets for all units and supervise.
• Undertake daily resource planning for all production units.
• Approve instructions relating to production operations and ensure their strict implementation.
• Ensure that preventive maintenance is carried out.
• Ensure that the required cGMP training for all production personnel is done.
• Develop materials and product specifications together with other members of the technical team.
• Address all technical problems in production and ensure that breakdowns are addressed promptly.
• Report to the Production Manager.

Requirements:-

• B. Pharmacy/ Bachelor of Science.
• 3 years hands on working experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing - production department.
• Good knowledge on cGMP.
• Good supervision skills and manpower management.

Send a detailed CV stating current remuneration package to pharmamfg @ gmail.com before 6th February 2010, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Sudan Vacancy - Manager Operations

Job Ref No. KCBS02/2010

Job Purpose:

• Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Manager Operations will provide Operations support at the Branch by executing Banking operations activities in order to offer worldclass customer service whilst also managing the accompanying Operational Risk.

Key Responsibilities

The major responsibilities of this position include: -

• Customer satisfaction through operational effectiveness and efficiencies
• Managing operational risk
• Compliance to controls
• Manage custody of assets in the branch
• Staff development and performance management
• Adequate manning of Front office positions for cash and non cash tellers and ensure proper cash management at the spoke
• Endeavour to maintain and grow the Customer Base.
• Ensure adherence to Bank procedures and regulations to reduce frauds and forgeries

Experience/Qualification

The successful applicants should have the following minimum qualifications: -

• University Degree preferably a Business related degree. Possession of a professional/postgraduate qualification will be added advantage
• Have at least 3 years experience in General Bank operations e.g. Savings Bank, Current Accounts, and Cash Management as a Section Head. Those with management experience will have an added advantage
• Credit analysis is an added advantage
• Operational Risk Management
• Strong Leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

The above positions are demanding roles and the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or job reference number in the subject field to recruitment @ kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 5th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

KOMAZA Agroforestry Kilifi NGO Jobs

KOMAZA is a social enterprise working to permanently end rural poverty by developing sustainable economic opportunities for smallholder farmers living in East Africa's unfertile and drought-prone regions.

Founded in 2006 and based in Kenya, the organization's innovative grassroots model dramatically boosts household income and wealth for rural families by equipping them with resources, knowledge and market linkages to produce high-value crops on their previous degraded land.

Working through a village-based extension network, KOMAZA reduces start-up costs and barriers to market entry by providing poor farmers with crop inputs and tools on credit, ongoing training and support, as well as complete vertically integrated value chain services and market access opportunities.

KOMAZA is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization in the United States and is incorporated in the State of California.

Learn more at www.KOMAZA.org.

KOMAZA has ambitious growth plans this year and seeks talented individuals to help build a world class organization.

We are actively recruiting talented professionals and/or exceptional recent university graduates to serve in a variety of functional areas.

These areas include:

• Crop Production: oversee all field and farmer operations relating to the planting and growth of trees
• Strategy and Design: develop business model to maximize triple bottom line impact (people, planet, profit)
• Value Capture: design all harvesting, processing, and logistics operations to transform farmer crops into profits
• Organization Development: create and manage supporting functions to fuel continued growth
• Fundraising and Communication: coordinate all external relations and outreach activities to attract critical funding
• Corporate – USA: build capacity for US-based fundraising and organizational development activities

These positions require research, operations, and/or general management skill sets and are largely based in Kenya (exceptions noted).

As a young organization, we offer roles with large scope and responsibility as well as abundant opportunities for career advancement.

Please visit www.KOMAZA.org/recruiting for more information on current positions openings and on how to apply.

KOMAZA Agroforestry Kilifi NGO Jobs

KOMAZA is a social enterprise working to permanently end rural poverty by developing sustainable economic opportunities for smallholder farmers living in East Africa's unfertile and drought-prone regions.

Founded in 2006 and based in Kenya, the organization's innovative grassroots model dramatically boosts household income and wealth for rural families by equipping them with resources, knowledge and market linkages to produce high-value crops on their previous degraded land.

Working through a village-based extension network, KOMAZA reduces start-up costs and barriers to market entry by providing poor farmers with crop inputs and tools on credit, ongoing training and support, as well as complete vertically integrated value chain services and market access opportunities.

KOMAZA is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization in the United States and is incorporated in the State of California.

Learn more at www.KOMAZA.org.

KOMAZA has ambitious growth plans this year and seeks talented individuals to help build a world class organization.

We are actively recruiting talented professionals and/or exceptional recent university graduates to serve in a variety of functional areas.

These areas include:

• Crop Production: oversee all field and farmer operations relating to the planting and growth of trees
• Strategy and Design: develop business model to maximize triple bottom line impact (people, planet, profit)
• Value Capture: design all harvesting, processing, and logistics operations to transform farmer crops into profits
• Organization Development: create and manage supporting functions to fuel continued growth
• Fundraising and Communication: coordinate all external relations and outreach activities to attract critical funding
• Corporate – USA: build capacity for US-based fundraising and organizational development activities

These positions require research, operations, and/or general management skill sets and are largely based in Kenya (exceptions noted).

As a young organization, we offer roles with large scope and responsibility as well as abundant opportunities for career advancement.

Please visit www.KOMAZA.org/recruiting for more information on current positions openings and on how to apply.