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2013 World Food Day Media Award in Kenya registration still open

Call for Entries: 4 weeks to go Nairobi, Kenya, August 30, 2013- Journalists have an critical role to play in promoting the understanding of food and agricultural issues and specifically on challenges related to food security. The media can lend a hand by enlightening their audiences so that communities are sensitized on issues affecting food security. The World Food Day Media Award in Kenya which was recently launched by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)-Kenya, recognizes outstanding contributions by the media in Kenya through compelling and newsworthy individual stories that have an impact. This award for journalists under 30 years will harness the power of the media. It is set to elevate the standards of excellence in print media and offer the winners a boost in their professional profiles. Who is eligible? The Competition is open to print journalists from any Kenyan media house. The best examples of journalistic practice in the cov

SME Relationship Officer (BANK)

Job Purpose:  The purpose of this role is to achieve business growth for the Bank by selling Business Banking Unit products within assigned market segments and by promoting and selling other products and services of the Bank to enhance value-added relationship with existing customers.  Reporting to the Head of SME Banking or to the Branch Manager Key Responsibilities  Strategy: Support the branches in increasing business in the sectors and segments allocated to him. Acquisition: Business Development  1. Grow the bank's liabilities, assets and NFI in the SME banking sector.  2. Promote active utilization of the bank's Credit and Treasury facilities to existing and potential clients.  3. Play key role in product development relevant to the SME Banking sector.  4. Evaluate credit proposals and oversee the credit applications process on a timely basis with the bank’s set turnaround times.  5. Effectively manage and expand the relationships with existing SME banking clients and brin

Program Leader – Policy, Trade and Value Chains

Vacancy Number:  PL/PTVC/07/2013 Policy Trade and Value Chains Location:  Nairobi Kenya Duration:  3 years with the possibility of renewal Base salary starting from USD 100,000 per annum depending on skills and experience, with an attractive international benefits package (tax free*). The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. ILRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership of 15 centres working with many partners for a food-secure future. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia. www.ilri.org . CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations.  www.cgiar.org . The Position:  ILRI

A scholarship for African scientists

Africa London Nagasaki Scholarship Fund The Africa London Nagasaki Scholarship Fund is a collaboration between the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and the Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki, Japan Register on our web site and apply now! www.alnscholarshipfund.org A scholarship for African scientists The Africa London Nagasaki Scholarship Fund has been set up to support African scientists building a career in infectious disease research. The scholarship will allow African researchers to undertake an MSc in a subject relevant to the control of infectious disease in the developing world at either the Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Japan (NEKKEN) or at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK (LSHTM). Successful applicants will receive a maximum of US$50,000 each to cover tuition fees, travel and living expenses. The fund will support up to four scholarships per year. Applicants must be of African nationality an

High school computer studies teacher

JOB TYPE: High school computer studies teacher DESCRIPTION:DIRECT TSC EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS: College/University graduate or qualified and experienced teacher...Under and Post graduates are also accepted...SALARY DUE TO 15000+ and additional Allowances {if you aren't employed immediately by the government} SMS ME AND I'LL CALL YOU BACK.. < > PHONE NUMBER: 0718571471 EMAIL: stevila48@gmail.com

Human Resource Officer - Recruitment

INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK RESEARCH INSTITUTE Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT HR OFFICER-RECRUITMENT REF: HRO/HR/08/13 (Temp-Maternity Cover) The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. ILRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership of 15 centres working with many partners for a food-secure future. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia. www.ilri.org CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15  research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner  organizations. www.cgiar.org . Position ILRI seeks to recruit a HR OFFICER-RECRUITMENT with a bias in Recruitment to assist in the process of quality and ef

Montessori and Discece trained teachers and assistants required for the 2014 year

A school with close proximity to the CBD is looking to Kindergarten teachers and class assistants for the 2014 school year.   Teachers are required to have a degree from an accredited & reputable institution, a minimum of three years working experience in a kindergarten as the lead teacher.  Creativity, patience and innovation as well as a nurturing, child centered disposition required. CPR certification required within the first four months of employment. Assistants are required to have a minimum of three years working as an assistant in a kindergarten. Must be fluent in written and spoken English and Swahili. CPR certification required within the first four months of employment. Please send a CV and application letter to schooljobapps@gmail.com

Human Resources Manager

Almasi Beverages Limited, the holding company of Kisii Bottlers Limited, a leading beverage bottling franchise of the Coca-Cola Company, is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified candidate for the vacancy described below:- HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - KISII BOTTLERS LIMITED • THE JOB The incumbent will report to the Managing Director - Kisii Bottlers and will be based in Kisii, Kenya. The main purpose of this job will be to provide strategic support to the General Manager by building sustainable organizational capabilities through successfully implementing HR programs and initiatives that support the Company Human Capital strategy in partnership with Management.  • This position will be responsible for designing an integrated and holistic capability and training strategy for the Company by deeply understanding the existing and anticipated human capital life cycle requirements of the organization.  Key responsibilities • Coordinate the performance management process and all related funct

Treasury Assistant

Tullow Oil is Africa’s leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company and is a constituent of the London FTSE100. The Group has interests in over 100 exploration and production licences across 24 countries focusing on four core regions: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America. Working for Tullow Oil in Kenya, you will be given the freedom and responsibility to make a difference. We provide the opportunities to build a solid future within our rapidly expanding portfolio and provide competitive rewards as part of our people strategy. Our high level of employee engagement is also one of our key success factors that we want to continue building on. Tullow Kenya BV is seeking to appoint the following position: Job Title: Treasury Assistant (6months contract) Reports To: Treasury Accountant Job Purpose: To manage office petty cash, assist in preparing petty cash and bank reconciliation statements and support the treasury accountant to make supplier payments i

Finance Team Assistant

Tullow Oil is Africa’s leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company and is a constituent of the London FTSE100. The Group has interests in over 100 exploration and production licences across 24 countries focusing on four core regions: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America. Working for Tullow Oil in Kenya, you will be given the freedom and responsibility to make a difference. We provide the opportunities to build a solid future within our rapidly expanding portfolio and provide competitive rewards as part of our people strategy. Our high level of employee engagement is also one of our key success factors that we want to continue building on. Tullow Kenya BV is seeking to appoint the following position: Job Title: Finance Team Assistant Reports To: Finance Manager Job Purpose: To provide administrative and organisational support to the Finance team. Responsibilities /Key Objectives: • Provide administrative support to the Finance Managers and team,

Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant

Tullow Oil is Africa’s leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company and is a constituent of the London FTSE100. The Group has interests in over 100 exploration and production licences across 24 countries focusing on four core regions: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America. Working for Tullow Oil in Kenya, you will be given the freedom and responsibility to make a difference. We provide the opportunities to build a solid future within our rapidly expanding portfolio and provide competitive rewards as part of our people strategy. Our high level of employee engagement is also one of our key success factors that we want to continue building on. Tullow Kenya BV is seeking to appoint the following position: Job Title: Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant Reports To: Senior Financial Accountant Job Purpose: To ensure timely and accurate registering and processing of invoices in accordance with Company policies, timely communication to various Suppliers on paym

Regional Program Officer

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in Kenya. Its mission is to be the leading humanitarian organization in Kenya delivering excellent quality service of preventing and Alleviating Human Suffering. The Society in collaboration with Australian Red Cross Society is looking for a qualified person to fill the following position: Position Title:                        Regional Program Officer, AVID Program Reporting to:                           Africa Regional Manager, AVID Program Job location:                           Nairobi, KRCS Position Summary The Regional Program Officer role will provide broad ranging support to the Australian Volunteers for International Development (AVID) program managed by Australian Red Cross (ARC) in the relevant countries. The role will be wide ranging and vary depending on specific country circumstances. The role will support all office and general administration tasks such a

Research Assistants

SolarAid Kenya  is recruiting a small group of Research Assistants to support our research and evaluation work. The successful applicants will receive comprehensive training and will be called upon for short-term research project work (estimated four to six week contracts every few months). The Research Assistant will conduct interviews, surveys and focus group discussions with our stakeholders and will be guided and supported on the nature of each short project. Part of the role will include inputting data collected and working with the Research Manager to ensure consistency, accuracy and quality. The post will be based in Nairobi and will involve travel around the country. Applicants must have some background or experience of research (within the renewable energy sector is desirable), a willingness to learn, and be flexible and available to take on short pieces of work at different times throughout the year. All travel expenses will be covered and a weekly salary will be giv

Ad Space Salespeople

A new digital advertising company is looking for Ad space salespeople to sell ad space for Online digital ads that will be available to a global audience. Some details on the advertising  platform can be viewed on the link below: http://www.digitalads.co.ke/ If you feel you have the wherewithal to deliver Ads on this platform...there is a handsome commission waiting for you!!!!!!!!! For more information please call .. ( 7am-7pm) ..+254-734-359162 Email details to  info@flipexperts.com

Programme Manager

Closing date: 9th September 2013 Date of issuance: 22/08/2013 Job Grade: Senior Management Location Duty station: Nairobi Vacancy no. Ref: Programme Manager 08/2013  Organization: The Youth Agenda Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer __________________________________________________________________________- Job Summary Youth Agenda(YAA) is looking for a Programme Manager responsible for fundraising, coordinating the organisations programmes and to strategically create an information hub on policy and research interventions for meaningful youth development.. As a senior member of the organisation, he or she will deputise the Chief Executive Officer to realise the organisations objectives. Overall, the Programme Manager’s Duties and Responsibilities will include: 1. Overall coordination of programmes in terms of design, planning, implementation and monitoring; 2. Responsible for coordinating fundraising for programmes based on YAA strategic plan 3. Collate information,

Procurement Officer

The African Virtual University (AVU) www.avu.org is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate will be appointed for 2 years with possibility of extension. Application must include an application letter and a detailed curriculum vitae with: a telephone number; email and residential addresses; and names with contact addresses of three professional references. Applications should be sent to job@avu.org and MUST have Procurement Officer as the email subject. All inquiries should be sent to avuhr@avu.org The successful candidate will be based at the AVU Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The closing date for these applications is on or before September 1st 2013 at 18:00 East African Time (UTC/GMT + 3) Note: ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted. TERMS OF REFERENCE 1.0. INTRODUCTION The African Virtual University (AVU) www.avu.org is a Pan African Intergovernmental Organization established by charter with the mandate of significantly increasing access to

Marketing Assistant- Pharmaceutical

SUMMARY Our client is a leading multinational research-based pharmaceutical company devoted to discovering and developing new and innovative medicines, vaccines and health care products. Reporting to the Group Product Manager, the purpose of this role is to support the Pharma Marketing department in meeting business objectives through coordination of brand activities, including but not limited to management of marketing agencies and other suppliers, marketing department logistics and documentation, communication, product launches and promotional materials. KEY RESPONSIBLITIES Manage logistics  • Book & process LPO requisition for all marketing activities in Kenya and DCEA and events • Coordinate marketing communication to Healthcare providers in DCEA • Coordinate marketing communication to trade in Kenya and DCEA • Maintain and manage  the marketing department’s documents Manage logistics for Product launch • Manage the events agency. • Book &process LPO requisitions

Food and Beverage Manager

A new 4 star Hotel in Nairobi is looking for an experienced and driven Food and Beverage Manager to work in their hotel Required:- The successful candidates would assist the Director of Food and Beverage in managing the department and would replace the Director in his or her absence. The incumbent must maintain guest service and F& B standards to meet the market needs and guest expectations B Manager will be in charge of overall supervision, planning, training, coordinating and communicating with the staff within the department Must be able to identify needs and trends in the F & B area  Minimum requirements   Bachelor degree in Hotel Management or relevant discipline Minimum 4 – 5years F&B experience in a 4 – 5 star environment Excellent knowledge in the principles and practices within the F&B and hospitality profession Excellent written and verbal English Computer literate Salary: Ksh. 50 – 60,000 gross depending on experience Candidates must apply with a CV and c