Director, UNDP Representative Office - Nordic Countries (D-1/D-2)

The Partnerships Bureau (PB) is responsible for UNDP’s External relations and Communications functions. The Bureau leads and supports the organization in cultivating, building and nurturing strategic relationships and alliances that are essential for advancing and successfully achieving the mission of UNDP. These relationships encompass a wide range and number of key constituencies and development partners, that includes programme countries, existing and prospective donor countries/emerging economic powers, multilateral institutions such as the IFIs, the European Commission, civil society, the private sector, foundations, academia and think tanks, the wider UN system, various inter-governmental bodies, as well as the global, regional and national media. The Bureau also leads and manages the organization’s relationship with its Executive Board that is responsible for UNDP’s governance. To all these ends the Bureau leads in the development and advancement of relevant strategies that includes an internal and external consultative process and vetting. The Nordic countries (Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland and Iceland), as a group, are strong advocates for, and supporters of official development assistance (ODA). UNDP and these countries have over the years developed an important partnership, involving Nordic countries’ governments, parliamentarians, academics and NGOs play a leading role in the international debate on development policy and aid effectiveness. UNDP’s partnership with the Nordic countries is strong at various levels, with the group being significant funders of the organization. The Nordic-UNDP cooperation covers policy dialogue, co-financing of projects, joint research/study, joint conferences and seminars, and joint advocacy and publicity activities. The UNDP Nordic office seeks to enable UNDP to position itself strategically vis-à-vis the full range of partners – public and private - in each of the Nordic countries. Impact of Results: The role of the Director of the UNDP Representative Office in Nordic Countries is strategically important in ensuring UNDP‘s positioning vis-à-vis government and nongovernmental partners in the Nordics countries. It is also indispensable in terms of UNDP’s understanding of the political climate in the Nordics countries in order to strengthen partnerships with various branches of the government.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Administrator and Bureau Director, Partnerships Bureau, the Director for the UNDP Representative office for Nordic countries is responsible for the following: Serves as the principal interface between UNDP and the respective governments including relevant ministries, parliamentarians, and other government institutions of the five Nordic countries, and within that context, works to build and strengthen the knowledge, understanding, and importance of UNDP’s work, including building on common interests, towards enhancing the UNDP relationship with each of the countries. Develops and maintains strong relationships with Nordic ministers and parliamentarians, Nordic countries’ think-tanks, business groups and private corporations, NGOs and other policy-makers – and participates in important high-level fora in Nordic countries that promote the strategic interests of UNDP. Scans and analyzes the environment (political, economic, social) in the Nordic countries and advises how best to ensure maximum support for UNDP. Acts as prime corporate adviser on optimal corporate strategies and policies to deepen and broaden UNDP’s existing partnership with the Nordic countries, including communications, outreach and resource mobilization strategies. Participates in and contributes to policy discussions relating to development in general and in areas of concern to UNDP specifically. Organizes special events (such as seminars, symposia, briefings, etc) with the purpose of educating members of government, media, NGOs, potential development constituencies, on the work of UNDP. In consultation with UNDP’s Communications Office and other UNDP Headquarters units, supports various media efforts in spreading the news of UNDP’s work, including support in crisis communications, as well as reviews various UNDP publications for presentation to various constituencies in the Nordic countries. Provides regular advice to UNDP headquarters concerning attitudes and trends among Nordic policy and opinion makers on development assistance matters, the role of the UN development system and emerging issues such as governance, post-conflict situations and human rights. Facilitates visits to any of the Nordic countries by senior officials of UNDP for meetings with relevant government officials, parliamentarians, NGOs, professional groups and associations, and other existing/potential partners. When requested, represents UNDP at important conferences and meetings held in any of the Nordic countries. Collaborates with other Nordic-based representative offices of UN agencies, in advancing the role of the UN system with a wide range of Nordic constituencies. Supports (in consultation with the Assistant Administrator, BoM) the work of the Chief of OHR/SAS (in consultation with the Director BOM/OHR) by providing input to strategic planning as well as ongoing coaching. Serves as Chairperson of the UN House Team. Leads and manages the staff of the UNDP Representative office in Nordic countries.

Competencies

Demonstrated management skills with ability and willingness to lead and motivate a dynamic team; Effective team-building skills combined with a willingness to innovate; Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain excellent relationships with key partners; political astuteness with existing network of high-level contacts in the Nordic countries; Proven negotiating, representational and diplomatic skills and ability to interface effectively at the senior government officials, parliamentarians, head of development agency, NGO and CEO levels; Strong communications and advocacy skills and ability to mobilize support for UNDP from a wide range of audiences (public, private, academic, civil society etc.); Knowledge and understanding of UNDP’s programmatic and UN development coordination activities; and Proven ability to promote the vision, mission and strategic goals of UNDP.

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Master’s degree in international development, international relations, public administration and/or management, or other relevant social sciences Experience: A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, including management at a senior level Language Requirements: Fluency in English is essential (written and verbal). A working knowledge of a Nordic language is an asset.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Director, UNDP Representative Office - Nordic Countries (D-1/D-2)

Programme Assistant of OACNUDH (National Chileans or Foreign with permanent resident in Chile)

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Regional Representative of the High Commission of the United Nations for Human Rights, Regional Office for South America, the Programme Assistant will provide administrative and programmatic support to the Office located in Santiago, ensuring high quality, accuracy and consistency of work. The Programme Assistant will work closely with professional staff members, programs and with the counterparts in OHCHR Headquarters in Geneva, as required, to exchange information and support in the delivery of programs. The functions shall include inputs to the management and implementation of OHCHR’s Administrative Office in Santiago. Impact of Results: The key results have an impact on the efficiency and smooth workflow of the Regional Office. Accurate information, analysis and programming strengthens the capacity of the Office to fulfill its commitments within the region. Incumbent’s initiative, knowledge and skills are decisive in the timely finalization and results of the work.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures effective communicational, financial and administrative support to the Regional Office, focusing on achievement of the following results: Ensures an environment of professionalism and teamwork at all times, setting exemplary standards of conduct for the Office team. Adherence to and full compliance with UN/OHCHR rules and regulations and other relevant policies on financial recording/reporting systems and follow-up on audit recommendations; effective internal controls, proper functioning of workflow and financial resources. Provision of inputs to preparation of administrative plans results-oriented workplans. Analysis of requirements and synthesis of proposals on ways to integrate advocacy and communication strategies into all aspects of UNDP’s development programme during programme formulations. Use of automated office management systems. Ensures accounting and administrative support to the Regional Office, focusing on the achievement of the following results: Ensures that the administration of budgets and correct functioning of the administrative issues and financial and budgetary tasks are fulfilled. Assess in the correct flow and adherence to UN/OHCHR are rules and regulations in every process are complied. Monitor the status of expenditures and updates budget tables. Prepare draft request for changes in budget lined and Cost Plan to be submitted to Headquarters in Geneva. Provision. Ensure that appropriate budget codes are properly applied in every disbursement. Prepare job descriptions. Follow-up of deadlines, prepare interviews, skill test and or knowledge tests, rating, assessment, and final report. Prepare and submit correspondence related to recruitment to corresponding LSP. Ensure that correct budget codes and Financial Authorizations for disbursements are made available to LSP’s. Assist staff members in administrative rules and procedures and provide general briefing to new staff members. Coordination and management of Office service, acquisition, human resources matters. Prepare annual acquisition plan. Procurement of goods under the threshold of US$2,500 and process payment request to be submitted to LSP (UNDP). Ensure proper control of the supporting documents for payment and ensure budget control is adhered to. Assist the Head of the Office in the preparation of Mid and Annual Reviews. Assist in the preparation of Mid and Annual Cost and Work Plans. Prepare, in coordination with LSP, solicitation papers for services or goods, scopes of work, and specifications. Follow-up processes and co-operation in the evaluation processes, ensuring specifications, requirements and timings are fulfilled. Keep updated and labeled record of expendable and non-expendable property. Prepare reports to be submitted annually to Headquarters in Geneva. Follow up contract(s) terms and conditions; follow-up deadlines; keep record of correspondence related to each case. Submit relevant information to Headquarters in Geneva. Ensure that Financial/Cable authorizations from OHCHR Geneva are received in due time. Follow-up with Geneva authorities if required. Maintenance of the filing system, ensuring confidential materials is safely filed. Preparation of statistical charts, worksheets on plans, costs, budgets of the Office. Be abreast of the technology means and ensure IT supports to solve communications problems are available. Ensure responsibility and confidentiality in handling matters of administrative nature. Prepare reports as requested both in English and in Spanish. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results: Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice Provision of training, consultancy and advice to UNDP staff on communications for development

Competencies

Corporate Competencies: Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability Treats all people fairly without favoritism Functional Competencies: Knowledge Management and Learning Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to the Office’s best practices Encourages office staff to share knowledge and new skills Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills Development and Operational Effectiveness Ability to perform a variety of standard specialized and non-specialized tasks and work processes fully documented, researched, recorded and reported. Ability to support effectively. Ability to communicates sensitively and effectively across different public Ability to review and process a variety of data, identify and adjust discrepancies, identify and resolve operational problems; Ability to perform work of a confidential nature, handle a large volume of work and work under pressure; Demonstrates excellent ability to write and communicate orally with accuracy and professionalism, both in Spanish and in English Demonstrates good IT skills Proves full command of both written and oral English Management and Leadership: Focuses on impact and result for the client Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive, self controlled attitude Builds goods relationships with staff members and external actors Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view

Required Skills and Experience

Education: High School Degree. Certification in Accounting and Finance, or equivalent studies desirable. Experience: 5 years of progressively finance and administrative experience is required. Internal candidates from the UN System will have an advantage, minimum 3 years of experience. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages. Knowledge of Atlas, IMIS or other ERP System is desirable. Language Requirements: Fluency in written and oral in both Spanish and English. Additional UN languages will be an added advantage. Download, complete, and sign the P11 - Personal History Form at http://www.pnud.cl/vacantes/p11.doc You will be asked to submit and upload P11 form in the application website. UNDP will not process applications without P11 properly uploaded.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Programme Assistant of OACNUDH (National Chileans or Foreign with permanent resident in Chile)

Strategic Planning Specialist (Plan Ministry of Planning Community Development)

Burundi is engaged in a process of strengthening the peace and revitalizing socioeconomic reconstruction with the concerted support of national and international development partners. It is within this framework that the Government of Burundi recently signed the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) with the United Nations System (UNS) for the period of 2010-2014. In the first axis of the UNDAF 2010-2014, which focuses on strategic planning and coordination, one of the programme’s objectives has been to strengthen key governmental institutions to enable them to have the necessary capacities to lead a participative strategic planning system that includes national and international players and takes regional and international standards and commitments into consideration. Among the limitations emphasized in the situation’s analysis, there is namely the lack of synergy between national planning (Vision 2025 and CSLP) and Budget (medium term and annual) and Aid coordination, which does not make the choice of priorities and arbitrage in allocating resources easy, and limits the capacity to follow-up as well as the effectiveness and impact of the public policies. Also, the sectional groups established within the Partner coordination group are not sufficiently operational to support a coherent strategic planning mechanism and its essential relationship with the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and the National Budget. Coordinated action is essential to strengthen the ties between the different links in this chain and this is all the more necessary since Burundi has already begun the process of developing the CSLP which should be implemented as of 2011. This is why one of the main priorities indicated in the said UNDAF is to support the Government not only to lead the participative process to develop the second generation CSLP, but also to ensure effective implementation and monitoring-evaluation, whilst ensuring that the necessary ties are created between the different national institutions involved in planning, budget and aid coordination. Amongst the principal actions targeted on to achieve significant progress in this area is capacity building of the Plan Ministry of Planning Community Development to enable it to fully play its role as central leader of the strategic planning process and assume its responsibilities with regard to coordination and support for the planning sector cells, and to strengthen its cooperation with other key actors, such as the Ministry of Finance, the SP-REFES and SP-CNCAP. It is within this framework that the enlargement of the CNCA “Basket Fund” is scheduled to provide Technical Assistance to support the Ministry of Planning in strengthening the ties between the Burundi “Vision 2025”, CSLP II, sectional planning, foreign aid, the MTEF and State Budget, particularly while building the capacities in planning of the sectional Ministries.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the leadership of the Country Director and the direct supervision of the UNDP Senior Economist, the Strategic Planning Specialist will be based at the Ministry of Planning and will be responsible for performing the following duties: Increasing synergy and collaboration between the different national institutions involved in planning, budget and aid coordination, with the following objectives: Harmonization of tools and planning mechanism at the central and sectional levels and make them effective and directive in the spirit of the Partners Coordination Group (PCG), which was established to strengthen the dialogue between the Government and its partners; Support the Ministry in disseminating the planning mechanism within the technical departments and sectional groups; Support strategic analyses and discussions conducted within the PCG; Work closely with counterparts and other international experts in the area of planning, budget and aid, focusing particularly on knowledge transfer. Strengthen coordination of the planning systems and technical tools in place (CSLP, macroeconomic framing, PIP, AMP, State Budget) and other developing instruments such as the MTEF, with the following goals: Support the development of ties between the Burundi Vision 2025, CSLP, PIP, MTEF, development of the State Budget and Aid coordination; Support the Finance Ministry to ensure that external funding, the Vision 2025 and CSLP goals are taken into consideration in the MTEF and State Budget which is the central tool to achieve development goals. Therefore, it must be presented in a manner that clearly expresses the links between government budget allocations and its strategic planning framework, while including exhaustive information on foreign aid. Support the Ministry and other bodies adapte to implement a Monitoring-Evaluation mechanism for Vision 2025, CSLP II and MDG. Define a capacity building plan for critical capacities identified for successful achievement of CSLP II. Develop or reinvigorate planning and budget capacities of sector ministries, with the following goals: Guide and support sector groups so that they are capable of clarifying their priorities, budget allocations in the medium term at the Ministry level, allot aid while remaining in line with CSLP II goals; Build the planning capacities of the sectional Ministries. Perform any other duty assigned by the Community Plan and Development Ministry within his/her scope of activities. Impact of the Results: The Government has a more coherent strategic planning, budgeting and aid coordination system at its disposal; Synergies between different institutions of the chain of planning of budgeting and aid coordination are strengthened; The links and monitoring mechanisms of “Burundi 2025” Vision, CSLP II, sectional planning, foreign aid, MTEF and State Budget are strengthened; The mechanisms for choosing priorities and for arbitrage in allocating resources are strengthened; Greater effectiveness and impact on public policies

Competencies

ETHICS AND VALUES Works collaboratively with team members sharing information openly and displaying cultural awareness and sensitivity Works collaboratively with colleagues inside UN/UNDP as well as its partners and other stakeholders to pursue common goals Integrates the ideas of team members from other disciplines/perspectives into his/her thinking by leveraging the different experiences and expertise DEVELOPING AND EMPOWERING PEOPLE/COACHING AND MENTORING Integrates himself/herself into the work unit, taking responsibility for own contribution to achieving team results Helps peers to identify their unique strengths and weaknesses, training and development needs Takes appropriate risk in developing new or adapting existing methods and approaches to more effectively perform tasks or to solve problems in new and unique ways. COMMUNICATING INFORMATION AND IDEAS Delivers verbal/written information in a timely, clear, organized and easily understood manner Actively listens and shares information in meetings and group discussions, Responds positively to criticism Uses tact and sensitivity when delivering sensitive information or resolving delicate issues KNOWLEDGE SHARING / CONTINUOUS LEARNING Actively produces and disseminates new knowledge, using technology to share knowledge where possible Acknowledges others’ skill sets and expertise, encourages and facilitates the sharing of that knowledge and creates learning opportunities for others Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development and keeps abreast of new developments in his/her professional field BUILDING STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS Level 2: Identifying and building partnerships Effectively networks with partners seizing opportunities to build strategic alliances relevant to UNDP’s mandate and strategic agenda Sensitizes UN Partners, donors and other international organizations to the UNDP’s strategic agenda, identifying areas for joint efforts Develops positive ties with civil society to build/strengthen UNDP’s mandate Identifies needs and interventions for capacity building of counterparts, clients and potential partners Displays initiative, sets challenging outputs for him/herself and willingly accepts new work assignments Takes responsibility for achieving agreed outputs within set deadlines and strives until successful outputs are achieved Promotes UNDP’s agenda in inter-agency meetings CLIENT ORIENTATION Level 2: Contributing to positive outcomes for the client Anticipates client needs Works towards creating an enabling environment for a smooth relationship between the clients and service provider Demonstrates understanding of client’s perspective Keeps the client informed of problems or delays in the provision of services Solicits feedback on service provision and quality RESOURCE MOBILIZATION Level 2: Implementing resource mobilization strategies Analyzes information on potential bilateral donors and national counterparts to recommend a strategic approach Identifies and compiles lessons learned Promotes and encourages country office action with local missions of donor countries as well as appropriate government authorities for increased contribution to UNDP resources, including cost sharing modalities Identifies country needs and develops proposals to be presented to donors and governments Develops a resource mobilization strategy at the country level CREATING VISIBILITY FOR UNDP/SUPPORTING UNDP’S CAPACITY TO ADVOCATE Level 2: Developing promotional projects and organizational messages Identifies and develops activities to enhance the visibility of UNDP Develops promotional activities based on monitoring/evaluation information identifying areas requiring higher visibility Develops messages for use by UNDP staff when working with partners, internationally and nationally Reviews documents and materials intended for use within and outside the organization in order to ensure consistency and validity of messages Conducts assessments of activities to improve impact and effectiveness JOB KNOWLEDGE/TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Level 2: In-depth knowledge of the Subject-matter Understands more advanced aspects of primary area of specialization as well as the fundamental concepts of related disciplines Serves as internal consultant in the area of expertise and shares knowledge with staff Continues to seeks new and improved methods and systems for accomplishing the work of the unit Keeps abreast of new developments in area of professional discipline and job knowledge and seeks to develop him/herself professionally Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Masters Degree level in Political Economics, Development Economics or similar field; Experience: Seven (7) years experience in analyzing development issues and strategic planning, with at least five (5) years in formulating and following up on macroeconomic policies, particularly with regard to the Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Public Finance; and regarding support for national institutions (Government) in developing public policies in the area of strategic planning, budget and aid coordination; Relevant experience in developing countries; Command of computer tools, the Internet and principal desktop word processing, spreadsheet and public presentation applications; Experience in South-South collaboration Language Requirements: Fluency in French Good working knowledge of English

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Strategic Planning Specialist (Plan Ministry of Planning Community Development)

Supply Chain Manager • Cape Town

South African Square Kilometre Array Project
The Square Kilometre Array of South Africa (SKA SA) is a mega science project funded by National Treasury through the Department of Science and Technology. The project is administered as a business unit of the National Research Foundation. The project is a complex, multi-disciplinary engineering endeavour that will culminate in a 64-dish radio telescope array being constructed on a greenfields site in the Northern Cape, South Africa. Information about the project is available from www.ska.ac.za Information about the international SKA project is available from www.skatelescope.org

Supply Chain Manager · Cape Town (Contract Position)

The successful candidate will provide leadership and support in order to ensure compliance with NRF policies and procedures. The focus area will be supply chain management, which will include supporting the SKA science and engineering staff in the delivery of the MeerKAT telescope and infrastructure, to tight schedules. It will also mean ensuring compliance with applicable national legislation and regulations, and deploying an appropriate SCM plan based on NRF policies and national best practice. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining a procurement system by developing and managing a database of service providers/clients, drawing up SLAs and monitoring end-to-end processes from demand identification to disposals. Managing the SKA SA tender and acquisition processes will also be required.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years' experience in the area of supply chain management in an engineering environment, with a demonstrated understanding of systems engineering doctrine. An undergraduate degree is required, while postgraduate qualifications would be advantageous. Formal training in supply chain management is necessary and experience in and an understanding of the law of contracts and/or commercial law would be advantageous. Knowledge of Government/industry developments, legislation and regulations, BBBEE, PPPFA and PFMA, as well as the SCM Framework and relevant statutory provisions is essential. A solid engineering background is very important. Competencies that will complete the ideal profile are sound written and verbal communication, negotiation and presentation skills as well as integrity, numerical ability and sound judgement.
The successful candidates will be contracted to the NRF for periods of up to 4 years. Contracts may be extended after the initial period.

For more information on the advertised positions, please visit www.ska.ac.za
Emmanuels has been exclusively retained to manage responses. Please e-mail your CV to
rh1@adcorp.co.za or fax to 086 610 0300, quoting the job title in the subject heading.
Closing date: 26 June 2011
If you have not heard from us by 8 July 2011, please assume that you have not been short-listed for either of the above positions.
As a business unit of the NRF, SKA SA is committed to employment equity and redress.
The South African Square Kilometre Array Project Office (SASPO) and the National Research Foundation (NRF) reserve the right not to make an appointment to these positions.
science and technology
Department:
Science and Technology
REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA

Business Manager

South African Square Kilometre Array Project
The Square Kilometre Array of South Africa (SKA SA) is a mega science project funded by National Treasury through the Department of Science and Technology. The project is administered as a business unit of the National Research Foundation. The project is a complex, multi-disciplinary engineering endeavour that will culminate in a 64-dish radio telescope array being constructed on a greenfields site in the Northern Cape, South Africa. Information about the project is available from www.ska.ac.za Information about the international SKA project is available from www.skatelescope.org

Business Manager (Contract Position)

The successful candidate will formulate SKA SA business strategy and provide leadership to advance accountability, transparency and compliance within NRF policy and legislation specific to a public environment. Special focus areas include governance, business risk management, reporting, day-to-day operations, supply chain management and the legal aspects of the negotiation and structuring of contracts/intellectual property.
Candidates should possess a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (Commercial/Engineering) complemented by an MBA, together with relevant experience of 10 years at a senior management level. Management and administrative skills are essential, as are experience in business strategy formulation and knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems. Also key is knowledge of Government/industry developments, legislation and regulations, the application of business legislation, policies, procedures, processes and rules as set out by the BBBEE, PPPFA, PFMA and IPRPFRD Acts. Competencies that will complete the ideal profile are sound leadership, business, written and verbal communication, negotiation and presentation skills as well as conflict management, numerical ability and sound judgement. A solid engineering background would be advantageous.

For more information on the advertised positions, please visit www.ska.ac.za
Emmanuels has been exclusively retained to manage responses. Please e-mail your CV to
rh1@adcorp.co.za or fax to 086 610 0300, quoting the job title in the subject heading.
Closing date: 26 June 2011
If you have not heard from us by 8 July 2011, please assume that you have not been short-listed for either of the above positions.
As a business unit of the NRF, SKA SA is committed to employment equity and redress.
The South African Square Kilometre Array Project Office (SASPO) and the National Research Foundation (NRF) reserve the right not to make an appointment to these positions.
science and technology
Department:
Science and Technology
REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA

City Electrical Engineer

Sol Plaatje Municipality invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who possess the necessary skills and expertise to fill the following Senior Management position:

City Electrical Engineer
5-year contract (Ref. 2011/027)

The purpose of this position is to manage the electricity network and all its associated assets, equipment and resources in an effective and safe manner, in order to ensure a continuous supply to all parts of the network.
To be successful in this position, candidates will need:
l A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification
l Registration with the ECSA (Professional)
l An Electrical Engineer's Certificate of Competency (Government Certificate of Competency in terms of the OHSAct and regulations)
l Extensive Senior Management experience gained in an organisation of similar size and complexity
l Thorough knowledge of: * Substation and network design and layout * Electrical protection schemes and operation * Electrical systems and operation * Power transformers and types * Health and safety legislation * Computerised network systems and the planning and maintenance of new electrical infrastructure
l Project management skills
l The ability to liaise with all stakeholders
l Strong envisioning and strategic thinking capabilities
l The ability to compile technical reports
l The ability to drive processes to conclusion
l The ability to facilitate multi-disciplinary and cross-functional ways of working
l The ability to interact effectively with politicians and managers l Sound knowledge of Local Government and its operations.
Package: R748 000 per annum
Commencement date: Negotiable
Closing date: 30 June 2011 @ 16:00
An official Sol Plaatje application form must accompany your Curriculum Vitae, as well as diplomas/certificates applicable to the post being advertised. The vacancy particulars and reference number must be correctly specified on the application form.
Applications will not be considered after the closing date. Application forms can be obtained from Sol Plaatje Municipality, Civic Building or www.solplaatje.org.za/work
Forward your application to fax:
086 650 0314/086 644 1899 or e-mail: cjanse@solplaatje.org.za for attention: Miss Christine Janse. Applications can also be hand-delivered on the 3rd Floor, New Civic Building, cnr Bultfontein and Lyndhurst Avenues.
Telephonic enquiries: Miss Christine Janse at (053) 830-6705.

One STE for the assignment: Road map for the development of Exit strategy

The main purpose of this assignment is to contribute to the process of formulating a TACSO exit strategy. The output of the assignment will serve as the starting point for a three-month process which will be completed through the finalization of a TACSO exit strategy document.

Specific objectives of the assignment are:

· To identify, in consultation with TACSO staff members and other stakeholders, the functions, outputs, processes and procedures developed and operated by TACSO that should be considered for transfer the end of the project implementation period.

· To describe the main alternative exit strategies available to TACSO, their pre-conditions and the assessed potential for sustainability.

· To produce a roadmap that describes; i) the steps necessary to identify organisations interested to assume responsibility for and absorb into their own programmes and services the functions and programmes provided by TACSO’s, as well as, ii) to propose procedures for the final selection of those that will become new hosts of TACSO activities and services.

Application

Applications must be in English and entail the following:

· Letter of intent and availability.

· Financial offer (enclosed as separate document) specifying the daily fee as well as reimbursable costs.

· CV in EU format

· 3 references from similar assignments

The application should be sent not later than 20 June 2011 at 08:00 AM by email to palle.westergaard@tacso.org.

Spain LOGISTICS HSP

For the International cooperation Department Barcelona, we are seeking LOGISTICS HSP Ref. 36/11-12

Reporting to the head of Supply and Logistics (ULA) located in our HQ in Barcelona, the Logistics HSP (Humanitarian Support Personnel) will be responsible of managing, implementing, and/or strengthen the technical-logistics capabilities in the countries/regions where Intermón OXFAM is present.

Key Responsibilities

Depending to the missions and to the context of intervention, the main responsibilities of the Logistics HSP will be to manage and/or coordinate the identification and implementation of the Logistics for Intermón Oxfam (IO) and Oxfam International (OI):

Contribute to start up of new emergencies to ensure quality, efficiency and security in the interventions Implementation of logistics procedures Support, monitor and provide trainings to the team in the assigned area of intervention Ensure the facilities, training and guidelines of the communication systems. Participate to define the country strategy, proposals and budget Define trainings plan and provide trainings to local personnel as well to counterparts Define logistics plans related with the SMS (Single Management System) processes of OI Contribute to the development of the Area (ULA) in the HQ in Barcelona : manuals, procedures, tools, #

Experience and Skills

2 years of expatriate experience in developing countries including: Technical logistics responsibilities (management experience in vehicle fleet, purchasing and supply, storage and communication equipment, technical trainings,#) Emergency experience in at least one early phase response mission. An experience in development projects will be appreciated. Management experience in the field as Logistic Manager, Field Manager, etc# At least one experience in a context of insecurity Secondary level education in a technical field related with mechanics, constructions, telecommunications,.., . Languages: Spanish, English, French (two languages are required at professional level) Availability to travel and stay on the field, at any time and in any country for the necessary amount of time (3 months of continuing stay maximum). Estimated 75-80% on the field. Result oriented Teamwork oriented Strategic vision Organization and planning skills High flexibility and adaptation to changes.

Working Conditions

• Temporary contract ( a minimum of 1 year of engagement is required)
• Salary: According to the Intermón Oxfam HQ salary scale
• Social benefits: Medical, life and accident insurance provided by the institution as well as child benefits
• Holidays: following the Spanish labor calendar + 2 additional days for every month spent in the field
• Per diem or expenses covered during the missions in the field and briefings/debriefings in Barcelona
• Starting date : asap
• Home based position (preferably in Europe)

How to apply

If you are interested in this job opportunity, please visit us at www.intermonoxfam.org/empleo. The closing date for applications is 30.06.2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Enterprise Development Programme Officer (Oxfam GB)

£17,960 - £25,890 pro rata (21.6 hours per week; fixed term contract from August 2011 until July 2013)

Oxford

Team Purpose: The purpose of the Programme Policy Team (PPT) is to link learning of global trends with internal programme experience to inform and influence Programme direction and support programme quality and Oxfam's wider agenda of change. One of the key initiatives led by PPT is Oxfam's Enterprise Development Programme (EDP), which seeks to promote viable, pro-poor and pro-women enterprises emerging from Oxfam's programmes.

Dimensions

• Programme assistance: mix of routine work agreed with manager, with reactive response to requests

• Project and contract (funding) management

• Communications with internal staff (including internationally) and some external actors

• Organising and seeking reporting from projects

• Summarising project information (narrative and financial) with occasional writing of specific new products in collaboration with EDP Manager

• Solving problems, which vary from routine to some complex ones; and making sound judgements using a good understanding of the team, the programme strategy and the facilities of the team

Key Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Maintaining updated information on Oxfam's systems: Project (OPAL) and Contract (CRIMSON)

• Liaising with country projects to obtain all relevant information on milestones, progress, expenditure; in support of the EDP Manager

Administration:

• To manage the diary of the Enterprise Development Programme (EDP) Manager in his/her absence

• To set up, coordinate and take minutes from regular meetings, such as EDP Internal Review Panel, Investment Committee and Board; as well as regular teleconferences with specific projects

• To manage invoices, book travel, organise a filing system, and prepare consultancy reports Reporting and communications:

• Supporting the EDP Manager in synthesising country reports and producing Semester/Annual Reviews

• Assisting and occasionally leading on the development of presentations and learning materials for internal and external audiences

• Maintaining information on intranet and website, and occasionally producing videos/case studies

• Responding orally and in writing to enquiries from staff, supporters, and external actors

• Liaise with other initiatives, such as the Small Enterprise Investment Fund (SEIF) and Oxfam's wider Livelihoods work on women's economic leadership, market and value chain development and adaptation to climate change

Skills and Competence

E = Essential D = Desirable

• Demonstrable ability to organise work effectively, co-ordinate activities in line with deadlines (E)

• Numerate with demonstrable ability to handle team and project finances (E)

• Experience in project management and/or donor reporting (D)

• Ability to acquire knowledge about a subject rapidly and summarise it (D)

• Good interpersonal skills and proven experience in team working (E)

• Communication (oral and written) skills, demonstrated ability to communicate to varied audiences (E)

• Proven experience of supporting other and providing good customer services (E)

• Experience of using a range of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint (E)

• Must be able to speak and write English fluently (E). Basic French or Spanish (D)

• Commitment to issues to do with economic development, enterprise and women's empowerment (E). Experience in these issues (D)

• Aligned with Oxfam's values and ability to work on global issues with sensitivity towards cultural and political issues (D)

To apply

To find out more about this role and to apply, please visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: C&P603.

Closing Date: 6 July 2011.

Haiti Chef(fe) de projet Protection/ Psychosocial

Nous recherchons pour nos programmes d’urgence en Haïti un/une

Chef(fe) de projet Protection/ Psychosocial (PSS)

Contexte : Terre des hommes (Tdh) a comme mission essentielle l’aide à l’enfance, et depuis 50 ans, elle s’est efforcée de défendre les droits des enfants, dans des situations de guerre ou de catastrophes naturelles, ou de détresses méconnues. Tdh est présent depuis 20 ans en Haïti, dans la région des Cayes (département du Sud) avec des projets de d’eau et assainissement et de santé/nutrition. Depuis le 12 Janvier Tdh a développé une réponse d’envergure aux victimes du tremblement de terre, directement ou indirectement affectées. Les programmes dans le département du Sud, on été renforcés, afin de répondre aux besoins immédiats d’un grand nombre de déplacées venant des zones affectées par le séisme, tout en affirmant son support aux populations hôtes dont les problématiques initiales se sont retrouvées exacerbées. Dans le cadre de sa réponse d’urgence, Tdh a également ouvert une nouvelle base d’intervention, sur une zone affectée par le séisme, dans le département de l’ouest : Grand Goaves, d’où les projets rayonnent de Leogane à Petit Goaves, en intégrant les mornes du département.

Entrée en fonction : 15 août 2011 – 12 mois renouvelables Lieu de travail : Haïti – Basé à Grand Goaves Supérieur direct: Coordinateur Terrain Ouest Supérieur thématique: Coordinatrice Protection Délai d’envoi des candidatures : Terre des hommes ne fixe pas de délai de candidature pour ce poste, le recrutement est ouvert jusqu’à ce que la position soit remplie.

Conditions : Contrat salarié de droit suisse, 2200 € < > 2800 € selon expérience plus 13ème salaire. Assurances, maladie, accident, rapatriement. 25 jours congés/an + R&R. Billet d’avion AR/an. Logement et transport local.

Description générale de la fonction : Le Chef de projet Protection/PSS est en charge du développement de la stratégie de protection Tdh dans sa région d’affectation dans le respect de la Charte Tdh, du Code de conduite et de la Politique de Protection de l’Enfance et en accord avec la stratégie nationale Haïti définie harmonisée entre le Sud et l’Ouest. Le chargé de protection travaille en étroite collaboration et concertation avec la coordination Protection/PSS et son homologue chef de projet régional ; et il collabore avec les autres secteurs Tdh (santé, eau/assainissement et NFI/shelter).

Stratégie Protection/PSS : • Participe à l’élaboration de la stratégie de Protection/PSS en Haïti au niveau global et local • Contribue activement au suivi et à l’évaluation et à la révision de la stratégie de Protection/PSS au niveau global et local (notamment dans un objectif de pérennisation du programme par des partenaires locaux ou nationaux).

Mise en œuvre des activités de protection et PSS : • Développe les activités de protection et de soutien des enfants les plus vulnérables et de leur famille (enfants séparés ou non accompagnés, enfants dans les institutions, enfants de rue, en famille d’accueil, victimes de violence et exploitation…), selon des critères et des protocoles définis en commun avec l’équipe de PPPSS. Ceci inclue l’identification, l’analyse des problèmes et risques de protection, l’utilisation et le développement de mécanismes de référencement et la gestion et le suivi des cas. • Dans une approche participative, mobilise et forme la communauté, identifie les acteurs pertinents, et encourage leur participation dans le projet (leaders communautaires, religieux, volontaires, groupes de mères, de parents…). En collaboration avec les communautés identifie les besoins de protection, les réponses les plus appropriées et existantes ou les possibles soutiens communautaires et les renforce. • Organise et soutien une évaluation systématique des structures d’accueil pour enfants (« orphelinats ») en collaboration avec IBESR et UNICEF et participe à l’élaboration d’une stratégie de protection et d’intervention dans ces mêmes structures. • Renforce la collaboration avec l’IBESR au niveau régional (Institut de Bien-être Social et de la Recherche) et la Brigade de Protection des Mineurs et les structures d’accueil pour enfants selon la stratégie définie après évaluation, à travers des formations, un suivi et un échange d’expériences • Développe la stratégie d’alternatives aux placements (Famille d’accueil et Centres d’accueil éducatif temporaires) • Développe la stratégie d’implication et de responsabilisation des services étatiques IBESR et Justice des mineurs (et leurs Ministères de référence MAST et Justice) dans leurs fonctions d’accompagnements socio-éducatifs des enfants victimes de négligences ou d’abus. • Développe des campagnes d’information et de formation sur les droits de l’enfant (notamment trafic d’enfants) auprès des communautés et des différentes autorités locales (politique, religieuses, armées, associatives, communautaires) • Renforce la capacité des partenaires communautaires, associatifs identifié dans l’initiative et le développement des activités psychosociales et de prévention dans une dynamique de pérennisation et d’autonomie de gestion des CSC • Renforce l’utilisation des outils de programme pour les activités de protection • Développe et organise la formation des équipes de protection, d’animation, des points focaux communautaires et des partenaires communautaires et associatifs • Accompagne les équipes dans une démarche de valorisation et de capitalisation de leurs expériences via leur implication et/ou la création d’organisations locales dans le secteur socio-éducatif. • Mise en place et supervise la stratégie de fin de programme PPSS de Tdh : identification de partenaires locaux et/ou nationaux, renforcement de compétences, plan d’action, suivi de la démarche de passation.

Coordination : • Etablie et entretient un mécanisme local et régional de référencement des enfants aux services et structures existants (médical, nutritionnel, social, légal) • Développe et assure l’utilisation de ce système de référence par les services étatiques, civils et communautaires • Identifie les ressources locales, nationales et internationales parmi les acteurs pour développer des partenariats en formation et guidance des acteurs de terrains (plateforme, réseau) • Coordonne l’équipe de protection, d’animateurs et de points focaux communautaires afin d’assurer l’unité et la qualité du travail fait sur le terrain • Se concerte, collabore et se coordonne avec la coordination Protection pour toutes définitions et mise en place de collaboration avec les autorités de protection, les organisations internationales et agences des NU • Initie, développe ou renforce les relations et les collaborations officielles avec les acteurs pertinents de protection tels que les autorités de protection (dont IBESR, la Brigade de Protection des Mineurs), les clusters, les organisations nationales et internationales, les agences des NU, … • Identifie les associations locales pour des partenariats ou collaborations opérationnels potentiels • Coordonne les activités de protection et de formation avec son homologue régional (Sud ou Ouest) dans l’objectif de capitaliser et harmoniser les ressources • Développe les activités multisectorielles et pluridisciplinaires à partir des programmes et services de Tdh • Travaille en étroite collaboration avec la logistique et l’administration régionale pour la mise en place des projets • Collabore avec les autres membres de l’équipe sur une mise à jour de l’analyse de situation régionale

Ressources Humaines : • En charge du recrutement du personnel local de l’équipe de protection de l’enfance et participe à la rédaction/révision des descriptions de poste • Renforce, supervise et soutient l’équipe de protection avec notamment des formations et des évaluations et un soutien technique réguliers et constructifs • Assure la mise en place de la stratégie de la nationalisation de l’équipe protection (notamment du Poste de Chef de projet) : identification, formation, planning • Collabore activement avec les consultants techniques en appui au projet PPSS

Proposition de projet/ Rapport / suivi / monitoring : • Sous la direction du coordinateur protection et du délégué régional, participe à l’élaboration des propositions de projet • Participe et conduit des évaluations / collectes de données selon les besoins et les planifications du programme • Contribue aux sitrep (situation report) hebdomadaire sur les activités PPSS en coordination avec la coordination PSS • En charge de la rédaction des différents rapports de protection régionaux mensuels et participe à celle des rapports bailleurs

Politique de protection de l’enfance : • S’engage à respecter la Politique de Protection de l’Enfance de Terre des hommes et les principes liés aux droits des enfants ; • S’engage à assurer la meilleure mise en pratique possible de la politique de protection de l’enfance sur sa zone d’intervention et au sein des équipes nationales et expatriées (en cas de problème identifié, contacte le Coordinateur Protection et/ou le Délégué pays pour signalement). • Accompagne la mise en œuvre des moyens de sensibilisation et de supervision nécessaires pour que ses collaborateurs locaux respectent la politique de protection de l’enfance ; • Sous la supervision du Coordinateur Protection et du Délégué Pays, assure le suivi des cas de protection, les allégations, ou violations possibles/potentielles de la politique de protection de l’enfance.

Profil : Formation : dans le domaine social et en particulier dans des activités de Protection de l’enfance, et/ou dans le Psychosocial Expérience souhaitée : Plusieurs années de pratique, au moins 3-5 ans. Contexte d’urgence et d’aide au développement, animation et encadrement d’équipe indispensable. Langues : Français obligatoirement, notions en créole haïtien appréciées Aptitudes : Capacité d’adaptation (inclus question sécuritaire), autonomie, sens de l’organisation, esprit d’initiative, manager, communicant, analyse, synthèse, rédaction, informatique.

Procédure : Seuls les dossiers postés en ligne, complets et correspondant au profil recherché seront traités.

Votre candidature doit obligatoirement comprendre un CV complet et une lettre de motivation.

Une fois votre dossier posté, vous recevrez par courrier électronique un accusé de réception automatique. Si vous êtes présélectionné, un premier entretien aura lieu à notre Siège de Lausanne ou par Skype pour les candidats résidant hors Europe. Les frais de déplacements pour un premier entretien sont à la charge du candidat.

Les candidats qui postulent pour un poste à l’étranger ou un poste de cadre en Suisse sont soumis à un test de personnalité, avec restitution par notre psychologue.

Notre procédure inclut une prise de références auprès des deux derniers employeurs. Lors de l’engagement, chaque collaborateur doit fournir un extrait de casier judiciaire et signer notre Politique de prévention des abus.

Les dossiers non retenus sont détruits par nos soins, suivant les règles sur la protection des données.

Si vous ne parvenez pas à poster votre dossier en ligne, veuillez contacter notre webmaster: jxa@tdh.ch

Les procédures de recrutement et de sélection de Terre des hommes sont le reflet de notre engagement pour l’aide et la protection de l’enfance.

MARKETING AND RESEARCH MANAGER

NATIONAL HOUSING CORPORATION
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
National Housing Corporation is seeking to recruit well- motivated and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions:
RE-ADVIERTISED - MARKETING AND RESEARCH MANAGER (Ref.No.MRM/nhc/1)
The Marketing and Research Manager reports to the Director of Business Development and has overall responsibility
for driving all marketing and research strategies of products and services offered by NHC. This includes, carry out
research and development activities that assist in investment decision of both product offering and services to the
appropriately defined segments.
Specific duties include:

* Drive external and internal marketing communication to continuously enhance the NHC’s quality positioning of products.
* Work with a wide cross-section of the NHC’s stakeholders (internal and external) to drive effective exchange of market intelligence.
* Coordinate all market research and development activities; hence generate market information that includes current market demands, trends and economic patterns that supports strategic and tactical decisions for the NHC.
* Coordinate all activities of Product / Brand Management and enhancement to support quality of the NHC’s portfolio of products and services.
* Develop and manage internal marketing product communication systems to ensure the entire NHC staffs are appropriately informed of the NHC’s products and services
* Assume responsibility for driving understanding of effective media strategies and the execution of media plans.
* Develop and manage product external marketing communication systems to ensure the NHC’s customers and general public are appropriately informed of the NHC’s capabilities to deliver brand / product performance promise.


Qualifications and Experience
The applicants should possess a Degree in Business Administration or equivalent qualification in related field. He/She must have at least 8 years of relevant work experience, 5 years of which at a senior level in a large company.
A Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. He/She should be a Marketing practitioner with proven successful brands performance track records together with knowledge of Fast Moving Consumers Goods [FMCG], Real Estate or Financial Services Industry. In addition, he/she must have good leadership, communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

Very attractive REMUNERATION package is offered as per NHC scheme of Service.

If you think you meet the jobs requirements, please apply in strict confidence indicating the post you are applying for
to the undersigned enclosing an application letter, photocopies of certified relevant certificate and names of two
referees.

Closing date is 27th June 2011.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
DIRECTOR GENERAL
NATIONAL HOUSING CORPORATION
P.O.BOX 2977,
DAR-ES-SALAAM.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carries out assigned functions in a team-oriented environment.Works on specific research projects under supervision of senior researchers. Liaises and collaborates with Government and other research institutions. Assists in running of workshops, production of publications and research documents.

Qualifications
Holder of Masters Degree in either of the following: Macro Economics, International Trade, Financial Economics, Environmental Economics or any other discipline relevant to policy studies. Experience in Research and Consultancy will be an added advantage. Excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills.

Remuneration Attractive salary as per ESRF Salary scales
Apply To: ESRF is an equal opportunity employer. Send your application with the job application Ref. marked on the envelop, a detailed CV, certified copies of your certificates and transcripts, your telephone number, email and three referees with their emails, postal addresses and telephone numbers to:

The Executive Director, Economic and Social Research Foundation,
P. O. Box 31226,
51 Uporoto Street (Off Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road),
Ursino Estates,
DAR ES SALAAM.

You can also send electronic copies of your application to esrf@esrf.or.tz, and copy to cmkoba@esrf.or.tz For more details on duties and responsibilities, terms of employment and remuneration, please visit www.esrf.or.tz
Deadline: Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Head: Legal Services / Corporation Secretary

KFS Grade 3

Reporting to the Director, this position is responsible for the formulation and implementation of litigation strategies; advising the KFS Board and Management on all legal matters; ensuring that the corporation complies with statutory and other regulatory requirements.

The position is also responsible for the preparation of Board business and maintenance of proper records of Board’s proceedings including keeping safe custody of Corporate Seal and security documents.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Overall Responsibilities

* Formulate and implement strategies on litigation
* Advise the board and management on all legal matters
* Ensure that the corporation complies with statutory and other regulatory requirements
* Represent the Service in Court and arbitrations as may be required
* Coordinate all litigations in liaison with the Attorney General’s Chambers, Government Ministries and external lawyers
* Draw and process legal notices and other gazettements that are issued under the requirements of the Forest Act
* Prepare Board business and maintain proper records of Board’s proceedings
* Keep safe custody of Corporate Seal and security documents
* Prepare and review contracts
* Coordinate the review of laws, by-laws and regulations relating to the organization
* Supervise, appraise and ensure appropriate training of legal personnel
* Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the management from time to time

Required Qualifications and Experience

* Bachelor of Law (LLB) Degree
* Must be a CPS(K)
* An advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least 12 years experience of which 5 years in a senior management position in a large organization
* Holder of a current practicing Certificate
* Should be computer literate
* A Masters Degree in a related field and experience in alternative dispute resolution will be an added advantage

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates through the address given below on or before 27th June 2011.

Please note that those who had applied earlier are required to re-apply again.

DN/A 1005
P. O. Box 49010
00100 Nairobi

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Kenya Forest Service is an equal opportunity employer.

Teaching Jobs in Kigali Rwanda

Green Hills Academy, located in Kigali, the capital city, is Rwanda’s Premier School with an enrolment of 1,520 students.

Due to enrollment growth
, we will have openings for teaching positions for the subjects indicated below in August 2011 for the school year 2011/2012:

Secondary: A teacher with a degree in Physical Education

Primary: A teacher of English Language for upper primary

Nursery School: Qualified teachers in Montessori are needed due to school growth.

Deadline for applications: June 20, 2011.

Interviews: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews which will be conducted in Nairobi in late June of 2011.

The School

Green Hills Academy has a stable staff with good working conditions, benefits and excellent professional development opportunities.

It comprises a Nursery (ages 3-5), Primary (Grades 1 to 6) and a Secondary School (Grades 7 to 12). New hiring is due to enrolment growth.

Requirements

Applicants must possess teaching qualifications and should provide copies of relevant degrees and transcripts.

Applicant resumes should include names and contact information of three recent professional referees, two of them supervisors who have seen the applicant teach.

Inquiries should be made to and resumes sent to: hrdgreenhills@gmail.com

Telephone: +250782176527

The Burt Award for African Literature

Supporting and encouraging a love of reading for young adults

Writing Competition Announcement

The Canadian Organization for Development through Education (CODE) in collaboration with the National Book Development Council of Kenya (NBDCK) and with the generous support of a Canadian patron, Mr. Bill Burt, have the pleasure to invite Kenyan authors to take part in a writing competition to produce engaging and educational stories for the youth (12 – 18 years old) which will be published as part of the Burt Award for African Literature.

Objectives of the Award

1. To support and motivate the development of supplementary reading materials for a critical stage of learning – the transition period between mother tongue and the English medium of instruction in both primary and secondary schools.
2. To publish stories which strengthen the English language skills of the youth and help foster enthusiasm and a love for reading.
3. To stimulate and support the African publishing industry and contribute to the literary wealth of African literature.
4. To increase the stock of English reading materials in school and community libraries.
5. To recognize excellence in literature for youth.

Criteria for the Award’s Writing Competition

The story should:

* Be written in English.
* Demonstrate a solid command of English through a clear cohesive language and proper sentence structure, vocabulary and punctuation.
* Be thought-provoking and original: It should have an excellent story telling style e.g. strong imagery, lively dialogue, and vivid description to arouse young readers’ interest and curiosity and keep them turning pages.
* Be prose fiction containing content and language appropriate for ages 12-18 years old.
* Have a strong literary merit including;

1. Engaging characters with whom young readers can identify and a protagonist who overcomes challenges or obstacles in a positive way.
2. A well-developed plot with a good flow of events.
3. The effective use of literary devices, such as flashbacks.

* The story should reflect current issues and challenges of concern to contemporary Kenya.
* Submissions which shall have the potential to evolve into a book series or sequel are welcome.

Manuscript Submission Guide

1. The length of the manuscript should be between 120 – 150 pages.
2. The manuscript should be in chapter form.
3. They should be type-written in double space.
4. The font type should be Times New Roman, font size 12.

The Awards

* 1st Prize - CAD$ 12,000 - Ksh 1,000,000
* 2nd Prize - CAD$ 6,000 - Ksh 500,000
* 3rd Prize - CAD$ 3,000 - Ksh 250,000

Deadline for Submission

All manuscripts, which must be in soft copy, should be submitted to: info@nationalbookcouncilkenya.org by Friday 30th September 2011 at 12.00 noon.

The manuscripts will be assessed by a panel of qualified jurors based on the criteria set herein.

The winners together with the date and venue for the award ceremony will be made known through the media.

For more information about the Award, please contact:

The National Book Development Council of Kenya
P.O. Box 10904 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel. 254 020 2721876; 2725006
Cell Phone +254 770 108 556

Email: info@nationalbookcouncilkenya.org,

www.nationalbookcouncilkenya.org and www.codecan.org

Director of Studies

Exciting career opportunities in East Africa’s premier insurance training institution

The College of Insurance was established in 1985 by the Insurance Training & Education Trust (ITET) which is responsible for promoting, overseeing and coordinating insurance training and education, across all sectors of this very diverse industry.

This is an exciting time to join the College since there are several major developments underway including degree level courses and entirely new programmes in pensions management, risk management, weather and agricultural insurance.

The College is now seeking to fill the following key positions:

Director of Studies
Ref No: 81/AS/FN

This vacancy has arisen following the recent promotion of the previous holder of the position to become the new Chief Executive Officer of the College of Insurance.

The successful candidate will be the principal assistant to the Director of the College of Insurance and will deputize him in his absence.

He/She will be responsible for planning, implementing and managing all learning activities to satisfy industry needs while maximizing the usage of both the human and physical facilities of the College.

Key duties of the position include:-

* Researching into and quantifying the training needs of employers;
* Developing, implementing and constantly reviewing appropriate programmes to address the identified needs;
* Reviewing the impact of the training provided and making necessary adjustments;
* Coordinating and guiding teaching activities, including drawing up of time tables and allocation/supervision of academic staff as well as students;
* Coordinating research and development of new programmes;
* Editing of research reports, publications and journals as well as overseeing the management and utilization of libraries, archives and other learning resources;
* Training, inducting and supervising lecturers and facilitators, regularly evaluating their performance against set criteria.

Qualifications and other requirements:

* Applications are invited from Kenya citizens who hold a masters degree in education, human development or related fields and also a professional qualification preferably in insurance or a business related profession.

In addition, applicants should have:

* A minimum of 8 years senior level management experience, acquired in a reputable training institution, with evidence of administrative and leadership excellence.
* The proven ability to manage change and effectively lead a teaching faculty to attain sustained growth in student intake and income levels.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* A key selection factor will be the candidate’s proven ability to expand programmes, courses and services without sacrificing quality.

Our client will offer competitive salaries with a range of attractive benefits.

In addition, these key positions will offer the holders an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the development of human resources not only for the insurance industry but also for associated sectors of the economy in the Eastern Africa region.

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials - and state how your experience matches the specification, quoting job Ref No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

Head of Short Courses (Business & Management)

Ref No: 86/AG/FN

This position reports to the Director of Studies and provides effective leadership of the department which develops and mounts short technical and management courses, seminars and workshops for the insurance industry.

Some of the key tasks of the successful candidate will be:

* Leading the development, design and running of short management and technical courses required by the insurance industry
* Identifying and recruiting experienced facilitators for the courses
* Developing and implementing marketing strategies for existing and new courses / programmes
* Inputting on courses
* Conducting periodic evaluations of the performance of the department including staff appraisals

Qualifications and other requirements:-

We would like to discuss this position with applicants who have:

* A bachelor’s degree in a business related field; a masters degree and or a post graduate diploma in management would be an added advantage;
* At least 5 years experience in the development and facilitation of business management courses;
* Excellent communication and presentation skills;
* Ability to interact with senior executives and hold their attention.

Our client will offer competitive salaries with a range of attractive benefits.

In addition, these key positions will offer the holders an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the development of human resources not only for the insurance industry but also for associated sectors of the economy in the Eastern Africa region.

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials - and state how your experience matches the specification, quoting job Ref No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

Head of Marketing & Business Development

Ref No: 434/AD/FN

The main purpose of this position is to ensure that the College is developing courses and programmes relevant to the insurance industry.

The successful candidate will design and carry out research in the market to quantity demand and how to satisfy this demand.

He/she will also obtain quantifiable feed back on the relevance of courses/programmes offered by the College of Insurance.

Main duties of the position will include:

* Designing and carrying out market research to establish market needs and gaps;
* Maximizing existing lines of business, revamping them and developing new ones to address gaps identified;
* Developing and maintaining a strong brand and benchmark in the market by pro-actively sourcing,
* Identifying and sourcing business from new and existing clients and distribution channels;
* Developing and implementing annual business development plans and budgets;
* Developing long term relationships with new and existing clients and maintaining them for future up-sells and cross-sells.
* Continuously monitoring distribution channels service levels, to ensure they are in tandem with the College’s distribution standards.

Qualifications and other requirements:

Applications are invited from Kenya citizens who satisfy the following requirements:

* A Bachelor’s degree in marketing or similar field; a Masters degree and/or a post-graduate diploma in marketing would be an added advantage;
* At least five (5) years experience gained in research based sales and marketing related to the financial sector;
* A sound understanding of the insurance industry;
* Ability to initiate and deliver high quality research.
* Well developed communication skills including the ability to develop proposals, concept papers, and position papers as well as write reports and prepare relevant publications.
* Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office applications and statistical packages.
* Well developed negotiation, presentation, relationship building, and customer service skills.

Our client will offer competitive salaries with a range of attractive benefits.

In addition, these key positions will offer the holders an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the development of human resources not only for the insurance industry but also for associated sectors of the economy in the Eastern Africa region.

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials - and state how your experience matches the specification, quoting job Ref No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

CEO and Secretary to the Foundation

The Presbyterian Foundation (the investment arm of the PCEA) is experiencing rapid expansion and for its future growth seeks to employ a qualified person to the position of CEO and Secretary to the Foundation charged with the day to day direction of management.

The ideal candidate shall have the following competencies, qualification and experience:

Competencies, Qualification and Experience:

* Must possess a first degree or its equivalent in any business studies, business management and economics. An advanced degree and experience in investments shall be an added advantage.
* Strong technical knowledge of statistical estimates and relevant qualification such as CFA level 1
* Strong understanding of financial and statistical estimates with ability to read financial statements such as balance sheet, profit and loss statement and the cash flow
* Computer skills backed by high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office-word, excel and power point as well as knowledge of statistical software manipulations such as SPSS
* Minimum 7 years experience gained in an operational and customer service background in a services organization
* Excellent people management and leadership skills, demonstrable maturity with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to develop investment strategies to meet agreed investment objectives
* Ability to implement a defined investment strategy and dealing with queries about the strategy
* Ability to analyse and construct risk and return profiles of the various asset types of the foundation, monitor markets relevant to the fund portfolio and the performance of competing funds
* Awareness of the tax environment within which specific investments of the foundation operate is a must
* Ability to review, restructure (as appropriate) and report on individual and corporate portfolios of the foundation and the Church
* Team player with numeric qualities, unquestionable integrity, high initiative and self drive
* Ability to withstand job related pressure, strong business acumen and customer care skills as well as stamina to work long hours.
* Must be a person of high moral caliber, integrity and agreeable with ethics of the advertiser.
* To be engaged on a three (3) year renewable contract.
* The Salary package will be negotiable.
* Applicants should be 35 – 45 years old.

Key Responsibilities

* Supervising, coordinating and managing the operations of the foundation and its related investments which include guest houses, hotels, rental properties and Church wide properties.
* Managing and maintaining efficient communication channels between the office of the Foundation, the Board, the Presbyteries and the office of the Secretary General.
* As the chief executive in consultation with the Chairman of the Foundation prepare materials for board meetings, Board meetings and Annual General Meetings, and reports to Higher Courts of the Church as required from time to time.
* Prepare routine correspondence and reports, proofread a wide variety of general and financial reports, letters, memos, specifications and statistical charts, independently compose or cause to be composed the relevant reports and correspondence
* Preparation or cause the preparation and execution of business plan, financial statements and budget control for the designated business units
* Delivery of target business growth and retention and ensuring competitive strategy for all functions of the various business units
* Enforcement of management controls and procedures and delivery of high quality customer service
* Staff management, ensuring safe, profitable and effective deployment of all resources
* Continuous improvement of the management structure to ensure high performance and business continuity.
* Shall be functionally answerable to the Board and administratively answerable to the Secretary General.

Interested candidates should submit their application to festgitonga@pcea.or.ke on or before 30th June, 2011.

Properties Officer - The Presbyterian Foundation

Properties Officer

The Presbyterian Foundation (the investment arm of the PCEA) seeks to employ a qualified person to the position of Properties Officer to the Foundation charged with day to day management of properties of the foundation.

The ideal candidate shall have the following competencies, qualification and experience:

Competencies, Qualification and Experience:

* First degree in Land economics or other related discipline
* A minimum of 5 years experience in a property management firm

Responsibilities

* Maintaining a record of all leases on properties owned by the Foundation
* Ensuring that all rates and rents due to government agencies are paid promptly
* Preparing the relevant schedules of rent collections, arrears and defaults
* Ensuring the collection of rent form all properties owned or managed by the foundation
* Ensuring currency of insurance on all properties owned or managed by the foundation
* Undertaking on a periodic basis the relevant inspection of all properties owned or managed by the foundation for purposes of repairs and maintenance
* Maintaining a repairs and a maintenance log of all properties owned or managed by the foundation
* Reporting to the CEO
* Undertaking the registration of titles and leases of all the properties owned by the foundation in liaison with Presbyteries, Parishes and Church institution.
* Shall be answerable to the Secretary/CEO.

Interested candidates should submit their application to festgitonga@pcea.or.ke on or before 30th June, 2011.

Chief Accountant

The Presbyterian Foundation (the investment arm of the PCEA) seeks to employ a qualified person to the position of Chief Accountant to the Foundation charged with day to day management of financial operations.

The ideal candidate shall have the following competencies, qualification and experience:

Competencies, Qualification and Experience:

* Must posses a higher diploma or a first degree in any business studies, business management and economics or social sciences areas. An advanced degree shall be an added advantage
* Must have professional accounting Qualifications –CPA, ACCA
* Computer skills backed by high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office-word, excel and power point as well as operational knowledge of accounting software such as PASTEL, QUICKBOOKS etc
* Must have analytical and strong investment evaluation skills
* Must have risk and quantitative analysis skills
* Must have business communication and interpersonal skills
* Must have audit experience of not less than 5 years
* Must have internal audit back ground of not less than 3 years
* Must be a believer, a person of high morals and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

* Supervising, coordinating and managing the financial operations of the foundation and its related investments which include guest houses, hotels and rental properties
* Implementing internal controls at the foundation and at its related investments units which include guest houses, hotels and rental properties
* Performing accounting work at the foundation
* Performing financial performance monitoring of the foundation and its units including guest houses, hotels and rental properties, and reporting this to the CEO and the Board of the foundation
* Reviewing budgets, expenditure and investment proposals, and spending approval requests by the foundation and by its units which include guest houses, hotels and rental properties
* Reviewing all accounting reports of the foundation and its related units which include guest houses, hotels and rental properties
* Preparing budgets of the Foundation and causing to be prepared annual budgets by the various units of the foundation which include guest houses, hotels and rental properties
* Preparing financial reports as deemed necessary by the CEO and the Board of the foundation.
* Shall be answerable to the Secretary/CEO

Interested candidates should submit their application to festgitonga@pcea.or.ke on or before 30th June, 2011.

Kiswahili and Somali Translators (2) (Part time) Jobs

FilmAid International (FilmAid Kenya) invites qualified Kenyan applications to fill the above position on a part time basis.

FilmAid will accept applications from either translator of Kiswahili and Somali separately though individuals conversant with both languages will have an added advantage.

FilmAid International is a non-governmental organization that uses film to promote health, strengthen communities and enrich the lives of the world’s vulnerable and uprooted.

FilmAid is currently implementing programmes in Kakuma and Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya.

Project Background/Description:

FilmAid International in conjunction with Sundance Institute and Film FORWARD is partnering to host a Film Festival in Kakuma, Dadaab and Nairobi as part of advancing cultural dialogue. Sundance Institute is a nonprofit organization that discovers and supports independent film and theatre artists from the U.S. and around the world, and introduces audiences to their new work.

The collaboration will see a series of films by Sundance Institute/Film FORWARD and FilmAid showcased during this period. The films will be show to refugee and local audiences in Kenya who are mainly Somali, Swahili and English speakers.

Responsibilities:

* Translate scripts from English to Kiswahili and Somali
* Work closely with the production consultant and voice actors to produce voice-overs in Swahili and or Somali
* Work with a video editor and production consultant to ensure that translations are represented correctly in videos through subtitles and voice over dubbing
* Translate a video facilitation manual from English into Kiswahili and Somali

Requirements:

* Knowledge of Somali and or Swahili language
* Previous experience in translation of written material (present sample during interview)
* Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Availability at short notice
* Commitment to humanitarian principles and action

Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 17th June 2011 to: jobskenya@filmaid.org

Applications to be submitted through email only

Only short-listed candidates will be notified

Procurement Coordinator Job

We are a fast growing and dynamic medium sized company, in the construction and engineering sector with a vision to set new benchmarks in the industry through commitment to integrity and excellence.

We seek to have a Procurement Coordinator join our team.

This is a highly demanding role that requires the jobholder to coordinate procurement and logistics, long working hours are expected.

Job Requirements/ Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Regularly liaising with suppliers and participating in Supplier assessment/ Appraisals, drafting of supplier communiqués and organizing feedback sessions.
• Identifying suitable suppliers through appropriate audit process and maintaining a database of the same as well as developing good business relationships with these suppliers.
• To source for quotations of Material/items.
• Participates in the institution and development of sound and effective procurement procedures with due regard to technical specifications, contractual implications and financial standards.
• Participates in preparation of the Materials Schedule and alignment with the overall Project Program by identifying all activities and milestones, ensuring that targets are realistic in terms of the supplier market in consultation with the Project Manager.
• Oversees the verification of all goods supplied and/or transported to and from site.
• Providing advice to negotiation teams as well as negotiating with suppliers for best prices
• Good planning and timely delivery of materials to site.
• Analyzing logistical problems and suggesting new solutions to the management.
• Co-ordinates the successful mobilization to and demobilization from site.
• Involved in formulation of Project Plan and Materials Schedule and ensuring adherence to it.
• To update the supplier database as per the processes.
• Regular updating of the supplier data base.
• Prepare and maintain the equipment service plan on a Monthly basis
• Responsible for the demobilization of materials, tools and equipment from all completed sites and preparation of site demobilization reports.

Qualifications /Candidate Profile

• Minimum Diploma in procurement/supplies and logistics or any related course.
• A Degree in a related course is an added advantage.
• Minimum 6 years experience in a similar or related position
• Computer literate
• Valid driver’s license
• Has been responsible for managing teams/ in a leadership position
• Diploma in project management would be an added advantage
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills with excellent use of applicable computer skills
• Good organization and coordination skills
• Good communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Good interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Attention to detail
• Registration with chartered institute of purchasing or a similar body is an added advantage

To apply for this position send your CV to personnel.kenya@gmail.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Please indicate current or last and desired salary.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline is 20th June 2011

Program Controller - African Wildlife Foundation (AWF)

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is the leading international conservation organization focused solely on the African continent.

AWF’s mission is, together with the people of Africa, to ensure that the wildlife and wild lands of Africa will endure forever.

AWF currently seeks to hire a highly qualified and enthusiastic individual to serve as a Program Controller (PC) to be based in its Headquarter Offices in Nairobi, Kenya.

The Program Controller is a Senior Officer and will report to the Vice President Program Operations.

He/she will be responsible for defining, tracking and driving all quantitative aspects of AWF’s Program Operations.

The PC will be the overall custodian of the work plans and performance metrics of the Organization.

As an integral member of AWF’s Program Operations team, the PC will help set the tone and culture for data-driven performance management.

The PC helps assure the organization delivers the Conservation Actions on time and on budget.

Although the position will report to VPPO, the PC will coordinate with the Finance Team on a continuous basis.

The PC will have authority to help regulate and direct the flow of resources (financial, human and technical) into Conservation Actions across the program to ensure the timely delivery of results.

The PC will help plan and conduct monthly and quarterly performance review presentations in Nairobi. The PC will be the point of contact for information and program reporting to the rest of the organization. Occasional trips to the field will be required, typically once every couple months.

The successful candidate;

• Will have a Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related field is required. An MBA or other relevant Masters degree is preferred.
• Will have at least 7 years relevant working experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a donor funded nonprofit organization.
• Will have proven Experience in Project Management
• Will have Management accounting experience and a proven track record of improving organizational performance by availing relevant and timely information.
• Will have experience communicating complex financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Will have the ability to design complex financial models, proposal budgets, and other financial reports.
• Have strong technical skills, including MS Excel, report writer tools, and ability to navigate within accounting systems and other databases.
• Will have a strong interest in and understanding of conservation.
• Will be able to manage competing priorities, exercise good judgment and quickly identify and resolve problems with minimum supervision.
• Will be able to organize and present issues in a clear , concise and logical manner
• Will be fluent in spoken and written English; fluency in French would be an added advantage

A professional operating environment with latitude to innovate and deliver value as well as a competitive compensation package is available to the right person who shares an interest in AWF’s mission and core values.

If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications please send your cover letter, and detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers, address and the names of three referees to HumanResources@awfke.org.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Closing Date: June 24, 2011

For further information on the position and AWF, please visit www.awf.org