Information Specialist - US EMBASSY

Introduction

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the Somalia Unit has an opening for the position of Information Specialist. The position will be available immediately.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, liberal arts, political science or economics is required.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in communications, media, or policy analyst environment is required.  
• Level IV English and Level IV Somali ability is required. 
• Must have excellent general knowledge of the host country institutions, history, and key figures, particularly in the mass media.
• Must be able to develop and maintain effective working level contacts among senior and mid-level government officials, media owners/publishers, editors, broadcast managers, news directors, and working journalists.  
• Ability to offer oral translation from Somali to English.
• Must be computer literate, with experience in Microsoft Office applications, face book and twitter.

Job Specification

 The incumbent serves as the lead Locally Employed Staff advisor to the Public Affairs Officer (PAO), the Special Representative for Somalia, the Deputy Special Representative and other agency and section heads on issues concerning Somali media. Monitors local and significant Diaspora Somali media, flagging and providing English language summaries for stories of interest. Prepares media reaction reporting as needed and a weekly media report for the Somalia Unit on local news items of significance. Places Washington and PAS materials in local media. Works with Somalia media to ensure accurate, positive, and frequent coverage of Somalia events, initiatives, and USG foreign policy priorities.  Cultivates, develops, and maintains senior-level contacts at the TFG Ministry of Information as well as the Ministries of Information of regional administrations and with government and private media entities, and professional associations. Assists the PAO in organizing and coordinating media workshops, lectures, and conferences to promote Mission goals and build local media’s professional capacities. Assists in planning and implementing major information program events Acts as press site officer for VIP and embassy personnel visits. Serves as the Somalia Unit’s Virtual Presence Post webmaster and, in coordination with the PAO, develops and implements a strategy for social media engagement. Submits Mission Activity Tracker (MAT) entries for all information programs and assists with the media portions of MAT entries as needed. Translates/transcribes from English to Somali, Somali to English as needed.  

 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assists the PAO in devising and implementing media strategy to best publicize mission activities, USG-funded programs and U.S. policies.  
• Initiates and maintains senior and working-level contacts with government officials; media owners, publishers, and editors; leadership of media organizations and associations; local journalists; television and radio professionals; and civil servants working in the world of communication.  
• Represents embassy interests to those officials and responds to their requests for information and assistance, including organizing of conferences, training workshops and U.S. speaker programs.  
• Attends representational events with media contacts.  
• Recommends appropriate program, publication and material support for journalists. 
• Identifies and recommends government officials and media candidates for press-related International Visitor grants and other post programs.  
• Identifies key contacts for Mission outreach activities and official functions. 
• Creates, maintains, and updates institutional analysis of all media related organizations in Somalia and for significant Somali Diaspora media.  
• Maintains updated contact information on journalists. 
• Represents Embassy at functions and meetings, as appropriate.  30% 
• Monitors and reports on daily newspaper, radio, and television coverage of local events of concern to the Somalia Unit.  
• Advises Special Representative for Somalia, the Deputy Special Representative and PAO of sensitive information received from media contacts.  
• Monitors local and significant Diaspora Somali media, flagging and providing English language summaries for stories of interest. 
• Prepares media reaction reporting as needed and a weekly media report for the Somalia Unit on local news items of MSRP significance. 
• Advises front office and PAO on strategies to enhance press freedom. 
• Assists Political Section with interpretation of issues of political significance, as reported in local media or through local contacts.  
• Provides annual input on press freedom issues for inclusion in Human Rights Reports. 30% 
• Serves as the Somalia Unit’s Virtual Presence Post webmaster and, in coordination with the PAO, develops and implements a strategy for social media engagement.  20% 
• Works to place Mission-sponsored original programming, including important policy programs, with local television and radio.  
• Works closely with local BBG radio affiliates and maintains working contact with BBG stringers.  10% 
• Submits Mission Activity Tracker (MAT) entries for all information programs and assists with the media portions of MAT entries as needed. 5%. 
• Serves as back up to Cultural Affairs Specialist as needed for reporting activities 5% 

Closing date for this position is May 2, 2012.

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Computer Management Assistant - CDC

Description

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has an opening for the position of Computer Management Assistant. Incumbent of this position will work in “When Actually Employed” (WAE) status on an as-needed basis. This position will be available immediately. 

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science/Information System, Mathematics/ Physical sciences is required.
• One year work experience in providing front end IT support and working on ICT projects is required.
• Level IV (fluent) English ability is required.
• Must have good knowledge of Microsoft office suite in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Visio, and MS Project.

Job Specification

Under the supervision of the Computer Management Specialist (ICT Manager), ICT Projects Assistant will assist the ICT Manager in coordination and execution of designated IT project tasks as will be assigned from time to time on a part time basis. The incumbent also provides ICT technical support to CDC staff in Kisumu, troubleshooting and resolving user problems with their workstations, Microsoft Office Applications, Internet access, file and print services, automated installation services, cable and telephone connectivity. The incumbent conducts basic user training on application user such as Microsoft office suite, Citrix and the Intranet as directed by the ICT Management. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   % OF TIME  

Operations – Provides day to day ICT technical support to CDC users on the Kisumu LAN including troubleshooting and resolving user problems with their workstations, Microsoft Office applications, Internet access, file and print services, software installation and upgrades, cable connections and telephone connectivity. Sets up newly received CDC computer equipment and installs software packages as per CDC SOPs (35%) 

Project Execution – Under guidance from the IT Advisor, Kisumu coordinates and executes designated project implementation tasks as assigned from time to time. Manages all the administrative requirements related to the assigned project tasks, coordinates meetings with the various programmatic teams involved in the project to ensure all requirements are adequately captured and ensure the timely completion of the project tasks. (35%) 

Analysis – Analyses common user problems on the LAN and recommends technical solutions and appropriate end user training to the ICT Management.  (10%) 

Training- Incumbent conducts basic user training on application use such as MS Office suite, Citrix, use of Key Fobs, mobile devices and the Intranet. (10%) 

Administration – Provides weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports of the work progress, resources used and schedules to the ICT Management as directed.    (10%) 

This position will close on April 27, 2012

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Field Application Engineer - INTEL

Description 

This is a commissioned sales position responsible for technically evangelizing and winning the client, server and infrastructure architectures in focused accounts (key end users, system integrators or OEMs) by offering compelling and cohesive technical solutions based on Intel products and platforms. The primary engagement is at an early stage of an end-user project cycle or an OEM design cycle and supports the efforts of the direct or indirect sales team. This position builds relationships with key account executives and becomes their technology advisor through understanding their business and technical problems, and demonstrating how these can be solved through the use of Intel-based products and solutions. Additionally this position: leads the technical pre-sales phase engaging with the end customer or the OEM technical leaders to drive awareness and early adoption of new Intel technologies, platforms and products; provides training for the Technical Sales Force of fellow travelers in country organizations (MNCs, OEMs, ISVs, SIs etc.) on latest IA Technologies in order to scale our technical messaging; creates excitement and demonstrates the value of the new technology through technical conferences and presentations (including the press in some countries); and may be involved with collaborative project work for trials or proof of concepts. This position may also collaborate with technical academic, government, and/or partner audiences to address design challenges.

Qualifications 

The successful candidate will be responsible for articulating our technology vision across client (including smartphones and tablets as well as desktop and mobile clients) and server platforms at our customers ranging from retailers, MNCs, channel OEMs, distributors, enterprise and government end users including Telecom. Through time they will be viewed as a technical consultant for their accounts business needs. He or she will define with the account teams design and technology targets and will develop engagement strategies to influence their roadmap direction. 

• Must have a recent (maximum 18 months after graduation) graduate B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering from a reputable university, 
• Fluent in English both in oral and written communication, 
• Must be able to travel worldwide frequently, 
• Ability to work in teams including people from various departments like marketing, sales, business development managers, market development managers, software specialists, 
• Superior communication and presentation skills, 
• Ability to deliver technical demonstrations, answer technical questions and articulate technical features of Intel products, 
• High level of understanding of Intel Architecture and products, 
• Medium level of understanding of different computing usage models, i.e. hand held systems, tablets, mobile platforms, Desktop manageability and virtualization, Servers, High Performance Computing, etc. 
• Basic understanding of Operating Systems (Windows*, Linux*, Android*, Chrome*, etc.)

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Network Manager - STANDARD CHARTERED BANK

Job Description

To manage Kenya and other East Spoke Country Data and Voice network on day to day basis.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Manager LAN/WAN/MAN/WiFi/Firewall devices such as switches/routers etc. 
• Managed design, implementations, and troubleshooting of complex, enterprise networked solutions. 
• Managed testing, and certifying of network designs, products, and/or services. 
• Experienced with SNMP/RMON configurations and on HP Openview Network management software. 
• Experienced with Network & Protocol analysers (e.g. Sniffer, or NetScouts). 
• Experienced with bandwidth management/capacity planning tools. 
• Experienced with platform architectures (e.g. client-server, n-tier, thin client). 
• Experienced with firewalls, DNS, DHCP, LDAP etc. 
• Experienced with PABX and interconnectivity (E&M) with router, muxes. 
• Experienced with CTI/IVR (interactive voice response), voice recording, call centre setup

Qualifications & Skills

• A bachalor degree in Compuer Science or Electrionic and Communiciations with: 
• 8+ Years management experience with internetworking protocols, including routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIP) and routed (TCP/IP, SNA) protocols. 
• 8+ Years management experience with various telecommunications networks such as leased line/frame relay/ISDN/X.25/ATM/Satellite, and optional emerging technologies such as xDSL/Wireless. 
• 8+ Years management experience with configuring and managing AN/WAN/MAN/WiFi/ 
• Firewall devices such as switches/routers etc. 
• Managed design, implementations, and troubleshooting of complex, enterprise networked solutions. 
• Managed testing, and certifying of network designs, products, and/or services. 
• Experienced with SNMP/RMON configurations and on HP Openview Network management software. 
• Experienced with Network & Protocol analysers (e.g. Sniffer, or NetScouts). 
• Experienced with bandwidth management/capacity planning tools. 
• Experienced with platform architectures (e.g. client-server, n-tier, thin client). 
• Experienced with firewalls, DNS, DHCP, LDAP etc. 
• Experienced with PABX and interconnectivity (E&M) with router, muxes. 
• Experienced with CTI/IVR (interactive voice response), voice recording, call centre setup

Diversity & Inclusion

Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.

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Programme Officer - Computer Aid

Computer Aid is looking for an Africa Programme Officer to further extend the number of beneficiaries to receive ICT from Computer Aid through outreach to promote the application of low-cost ICTs to education and social development.

The successful post-holder will need to be a dynamic, self-motivated individual with the leadership, marketing and relationship-building skills that will be necessary to achieve set objectives. The post-holder will be confident in communicating, and in relationship-building, with all key actors from government, international organisations, NGOs and grassroots organisations.

This is a challenging and exciting post where the post-holder will be able to see the direct and concrete outcomes of their work impacting positively in education as well as in civil society organisations that play key roles in social change in the region. The post-holder will have scope to shape product and service delivery and the satisfaction of driving growth in provision and in establishing a new self-sustaining unit within the wider organisation. The post holder will be assigned specific countries to manage and targets to attain.

Remuneration: There is a salary of 18,238 GBP per annum inclusive of all taxes and benefits for this post.

Key performance indicators will be the number of new beneficiaries identified and served, as well as the total income from orders generated compared with the total of funds expended in that provision.

There will be no empirical performance indicators in the first three months of contract, during which time there will be scheduled induction. Thereafter the post-holder will aim to increase delivery as per set targets. Computer Aid already provides high levels of computers to the region.

The post will be located in Computer Aid’s Nairobi office in Kenya, and it will include regular travel across the region (between 10 and 14 days per month) The post-holder must be free of any health, familial or other factors that would restrict their ability to make frequent trips often at short notice.

For a job description and application form send a blank email to programmes@computeraid.org . Closing date for applications is 10am on the 16th April 2012. Interviews will be held during April

DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES - KCB

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Sales Manager, the Sales representatives will be responsible for acquisition of new business within the assigned Sales locations. The position is on contract terms for a period of 6-12 months. This challenging opportunity to contribute to the growth of our business will involve the following:

• Deliver set Sales targets in asset and liability for; SME, Personal Banking, Advantage, Agent banking and Micro Finance products.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Participate in product campaigns to ensure product information is readily available to customers.
• Conduct door-to-door Direct selling
• Seek customer feedback on bank products.
• Provide regular Sales reports.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

For the above position, the successful applicants should have

• A university degree from a recognized institution.
• Experience in banking, sales or client relationship management will be an added advantage.
• Age 26 years and below.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• A passion and commitment to quality service performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet stringent targets within defined deadlines.
• Must have a  minimum  Mean grade of C+  in K.C.S.E  with a C+ in Mathematics and English.

The above positions are demanding roles and the Bank will provide a competitive package for the right candidates.  If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please visit our website, www.kcbbankgroup.com, go to the careers icon and  complete the  Direct  Sales Representative application form.  Please email a completed application form to sales@kcb.co.ke. To be considered, your application must be received by 13th April 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Banking Consultants (15 Positions) - SIMBA TECHNOLOGIES

Summary

We are an ICT Company with presence in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Nigeria providing Enterprise Solutions, Consultancy, and Training to Government, Banking/ Financial Sector and Private Sector. We believe that success of our Company is based on sourcing for local talent and transforming them to required levels ready for business.

Job Description

We are seeking to recruit young, dynamic and innovative professionals and freshers (who want to pursue a career in implementing world class software applications) to join our team and share our proactive dimension to business. Interested candidates should meet the following minimum qualifications:

Requirements

• Bsc. degree in Computer Science/IT or Business related field from a recognized University with postgraduate training in IT/Computer Science.
• Basic knowledge of Unix/Oracle/Java and other core banking systems is preferred.
• An understanding of the following banking modules or general banking experience will be an added advantage.
• Assets – Retails loans, Commercial lending, Overdrafts.
• Liabilities- Current Accounts, Savings Accounts.
• GL & Operations- Accounting process, Charges calculation, Teller operations.
• Trade finance/Bills. 
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Successful candidates will undergo an intensive Finacle Core Banking System www.infosys.com training at Simba Banking Academy. Successful candidates are assured of induction in our project implementation team in Kenya or other African countries. Applications must include a cover letter and a detailed CV with names, contact address and telephone numbers for three referees and should be submitted to the undersigned by April 12, 2012. Simba Technology Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, hence women are encouraged to apply.

Simba Technology Ltd

The Human Resources Officer

Simba Technology Ltd

Purshottam Place, 5th Floor, Museum Hill

Po Box 46728-00100 Nairobi

Food Security/Freshwater Resources/Biodiversity Conservation Experts - ICF International

Job Description:

ICF International is seeking a Chief of Party (CoP), Deputy Chief of Party (DCoP) and other climate change experts for an USAID Climate Change Adaptation program in East Africa.  Positions require at least 10 years of progressively responsible work in managing and implementing of climate change adaptation programs, including experience relative to food security, freshwater resources and biodiversity conservation. Positions include program management, technical implementation, project administration and operational responsibilities.

The CoP’s primary responsibilities include providing overall leadership management and general technical direction of the entire program, ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and a focus on achieving the results defined in the contract. This individual will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate program adjustments. The CoP will lead a team of technical experts and sub-contractors in designing, implementing and reporting on this program.

Hiring for these positions is contingent upon funding from USAID.

Qualifications 

Basic Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, policy, finance or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible work in managing and implementing of climate change adaptation programs, including experience relative to  food security, freshwater resources and/or biodiversity conservation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams of professionals in international environments
• Preferred Skills/Experience:
• Prior work in East Africa.
• Demonstrated familiarity with climate change adaptation activities in real-world settings.
• Experience with USAID programs and international donor programs on climate change, food security, and biodiversity.
• Practical experience working with a range of program partners, including government agencies (USG and host), regulatory bodies, the private sector, NGOs, civil society, etc.
• Relevant work experience, including experience with a contractor or international NGO managing an office or program.
• Experience managing international development assistance projects of similar scope and scale.
• Knowledge of USAID contracting and program management modalities.

Professional Skills:

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude.
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to be flexible to handle multiple priorities and to work limited overtime as necessary.  

ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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SENIOR MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER - SAFARICOM FOUNDATION

JOB ID: REF: CA_SMEO_MARCH_2012

Reporting to the Manager- Safaricom Foundation the job holder will be responsible for the reporting, monitoring and evaluation of the Corporate Social Investment projects of the Safaricom Foundation.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a monitoring and evaluation system and information sharing database
• Coordinate and implement the review and analysis of the performance of project partners
• Support the implementation of project reviews, and mid-term and end-of-project reviews
• Build the capacity of Foundation and project staff involved in monitoring, evaluation, and data collection
• Compile and disseminate evaluation findings and relevant information and experiences
• Compile the requirements of the reporting systems for various donors and partners as may be required periodically
• On project status, review of proposals, and preparation of reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters degree in social sciences- Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation or other related discipline Specialized training in Monitoring and Evaluation
• At least four years working experience in project Monitoring and Evaluation
• Excellent analysis and report writing skills
• Proficient in MS Office applications i.e. word, excel, PowerPoint;Must have good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with project partners over the phone or face to face
• Must have good report writing skills
• Willingness to travel countrywide Tenacious with the ability to see things through to the end.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. The deadline for application is Monday the 9th April 2012

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition

Safaricom Ltd

Nairobi

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hr@safaricom.co.ke

PUBLIC RELATIONS EXECUTIVE - SAFARICOM

JOB ID: REF: CA_PRE_APRIL_2012

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications, the job holder will support the Public Relations Manager to ensure favorable image for the company.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitor the media and collate any information that impacts on company’s reputation
• Draft Press Releases and other collaterals for the communication department
• Prepare follow up and tracking reports to gauge public perception;Assist the PR Manager to set up meetings and activities to enhance company image
• Provide general communications assistance to the Public Relations Manager including support to the Social media manager, stakeholder engagement, internet and web, internal communications and communications planning
• To collect/receive and communicate information that may give Safaricom strategic advantage over it’s competitors
• Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, periodic reports within schedule and to standards
• Create and administer a proper filing system for the PR and Sponsorships section.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Degree in Marketing and Communication/Public Relations/ Marketing (Specialization in PR)
• A post-graduate diploma in Public Relations would be an added advantage
• 1-2 years work experience in a large or blue chip Company in a PR Role/Media Relations role
• Must be a driven and motivated, can-do, team-player, must be able to demonstrate good written and oral communication skills in both English and Swahili
• Excellent Speech and Writing Skills.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. The deadline for application is Tuesday the 10th April 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition

Safaricom Ltd

Nairobi

Via E-mail to

hr@safaricom.co.ke