Our client is seeking to recruit for the above mentioned positions. Preference will be given to candidates with proven international work cuisine experience & right skills.
Qualifications
Diploma in culinary arts/or any other related certification.
Minimum 3 years’ proven international work cuisine experience.
Culinary expertise.
Attention to detail.
Ability to Multitask.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Duration: 6 months. (Nov 2017-mar 2018)
Reporting to: Program Manager
Through support from USAID, AIDSFree will provide technical assistance (TA) to Turkana and Homa Bay counties in Kenya to implement an activity for proactive follow-up of mother-baby pairs in the community through Community Focal Mothers (CFMs). This model will utilize existing community health structures at the community level to identify Community Focal Mothers who will enrol mother baby pairs and proactively follow them up monthly at home with messages on the importance of keeping their clinic appointments as per the Child Road to Health follow-up schedule.
Job Summary:
Reporting to M&E Officer, MBP Data Officer will be responsible for documentation and timely reporting of MBP activities at community and facility level.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Collect and summarize paper and electronic MBP project data from EGPAF
Support community focal mothers and site staff to record and manage accurate data
Assist with compilation of timely, accurate and complete data reporting
Assist in supportive supervision for data collection and entry
Support on-site training on data entry and reporting
Conduct site visits as required, for troubleshooting data issues
Assist with data quality assurance
Requirements
Diploma in Health Records/Information Technology/Statistics
Experience in Health Records Information
Significant knowledge of HIV, PMTCT, EID and MNCH data and at least 2 years in handling the same.
Strong Data management and analysis skills
Proficiency in computer packages for generating and analysis reports. Experience in use of visual analytics tools is an added advantage
Expert skill level in the use of health aggregate databases (MoH DHIS2 & DATIM)
Proficient in statistical analysis packages (SPSS/STATA/EPI info)
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Job description
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
Under the Supervision of Chief, Talent Management Center and delegated Human Resources Assistants, the intern will:
Assist in conducting HR data analytics.
Assist in the development of the section dashboards.
Assist in examining HR process workflows to propose improvement and changes.
Assist in the development of an online data dissemination platform.
Assist in research and development of statistical learning models for data analysis.
Assist in collecting data from multiple resources to review, analyze, compile and store information as well as create standard statistical and other reports.
Assist in processing, cleansing, and verifying the integrity of data used for analysis.
Assist in presenting reports using data visualization techniques and communicate results and ideas to key decision makers.
Competencies
Communication
Core Competencies:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Teamwork
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
Places team agenda before personal agenda
Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings
Client Orientation
Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent).
Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Be computer literate in standard software applications.
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Preferred Area Of Studies
Bachelor or master degree in Information Technology or related area is required. Use of Canva and Prezi presentation software is a required.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required.
Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
Your Application For This Internship Must Include
A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past
Work Experiences, IT Skills, And Three References.
Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-programme),
List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job description
Identifies business opportunities by identifying prospects and evaluating their position in the industry; researching and analyzing sales options.
Sells products by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects; recommending solutions.
Maintains relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements.
Identifies product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors.
Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
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ACADEMIC DIVISION
Part Time Lecturers Positions
School of Business and Economics Ref: MUT 1/07/18
School of Pure and Applied Science Ref: MUT 2/07/18
School of Engineering and Technology Ref: MUT 3/07/18
School of Computing and Information Technology Ref: MUT 4/07/18
School of Education Ref: MUT 5/07/18
School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Ref: MUT 6/07/18
Part Time Lecturers (for Ph.D., Masters, Undergraduate, Diploma and Certificate Courses)
Requirements for the position of Lecturer
An earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized University; and be registerable with relevant professional body (where applicable).
OR
A Masters degree in relevant field from an accredited and recognized University (in special cases) with at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level or in research or in industry; and
A minimum of twenty four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from referred journal papers; and
Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
Requirements for part time teaching for Diploma and Certificate Courses
Bachelor Degree in the relevant field
See the following schedules for details of specific requirements per School
Additional Requirements
In addition to the qualifications set above, the shortlisted applicants for the position of Deputy Finance Officer and Assistant Registrar (ISO & PC) will be required to bring along the following clearance certificates in accordance with Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution:
Kenya Revenue Authority
Higher Education Loans Board
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Criminal Investigation Department
Credit Reference Bureau
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Africa Business Communities, a Pan African online business news publication is looking for a junior journalist on a part time basis.
Key responsibilities
Monitoring news leads
Preparing newsletters
Handling social media accounts
Running the administrative activities of the editorial department.
Requirements:
Basic writing skills
Team player and commitment
Eager to learn and capable of working with people from different backgrounds
Owns a computer with access to internet
Is available at least two days a week
Position is urgent.
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Job Description
The Financial Manager has overall responsibility for supporting the finance functions for the country program. The Finance Manager responsibilities include internal control, accounting data base management, reconciliation and verification of payment, staff training, and management, budget and treasury and cash management functions.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Control
Ensures that all policies and procedures are in compliance with IRC and funding source policies, procedures, and requirements.
As required establishes finance and supporting function policies, systems and procedures, and directs or performs their development, documentation, and implementation.
Manages the finance staff activities and schedules to meet the financial reporting requirements and deadlines specified by New York and donors.
Ensure that on a monthly basis balance sheet reconciliations are completed on a timely basis and those final reconciliations and trial balances are reviewed with the Sr. Finance Manager and Finance Controller.
Closely monitors all financial activities, and keeps the Sr. Finance Manager advised of all situations which have the potential for a negative impact on internal controls or financial performance.
Facilitates and co-ordinates external, internal, donor or government audits
Oversees the protection of the country’s assets (cash, inventory, NEP) through the enforcement of internal control policies and procedures.
Maintains current knowledge of local government requirements related to financial matters and ensures compliance with tax regulations and other legal requirements.
Treasury and Cash Flow Management
Supervises all country office bank relations and bank account activities including negotiation of fees, interest and currency exchange rates.
In compliance with IRC policy establishes country policies regarding cash holding limits, cash movements and foreign currency holdings.
Oversees the timely preparation, review and approval of all monthly bank account and cash reconciliation’s.
Supervises the preparation of Cash Transfer Requests to New York and ensures that appropriate balances are maintained to facilitate grant implementation.
Ensures the development and implementation of a plan to minimize the country’s foreign exchange exposure to currency gains and losses.
Supervises the collection of contractual and other receivables.
Budgets development, Operating budget update and, Prepare Donor Reports
When necessary working with program staff to prepare grant budgets to support new proposals or realignments to ensure adequate coverage of country operating costs and NY direct and indirect costs.
Identify any shortfalls in shared costs budget coverage and ensure new budgets cover the appropriate percentage of shared costs and review of unrestricted funding versus approved allocation.
Assisting in the development and preparation of cost allocation processes for overarching costs that comply with donor regulations on allowable costs.
Update quarterly CO operating budget and advise the outcome to the finance controller
Attend all Grant Opening and Closing Meetings for all Field Office
Preparation of donor financial reports as per the donor agreements & contracts and ensuring donor regulations are adhered to for all aspects of the operations.
Active participation in Nairobi BvAs review meeting and providing feedback on all finance related action points and Closely monitor all grants to ensure
Document Management
Review internal system of record retention to ensure compliance with IRC policy and the local laws.
Ensure maintenance of uniform standards for documentation; including forms, support documents etc.
Ensure sufficient procedures for retention of documents; proper and systematic filing for ease of access;
Control access to financial records to authorized staff only.
Key Result Areas
Strengthen and maintain the integrity of finance systems, ensuring smooth financial operations for supporting program work, updating and generating timely financial information to the management, donors, partners and other organizational levels.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or Finance with a recognized professional certificate in accounting such as CPA, or ACCA.
Not less than 3 years at a senior level within the Finance Department of an international organization. Experience in the humanitarian sector will be an added advantage
Extensive experience in working with computerized accounting systems, standard spreadsheet and database programs is an asset
Required Experience & Competencies:
Good written and verbal skills in the English language.
Must be comfortable in being a proactive member of the top-management team. Must seek to identify and communicate potential problems and propose solutions to the level of management appropriate to effect solutions.
Must be able to function effectively in a loosely structured, but complex work environment and to set appropriate priorities and deal effectively with numerous simultaneous requirements
Ability to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support from within the program organization.
Must be a patient and good communicator who can function in an organizational environment involving a diversity of cultures, languages, and personal interests and agendas.
Good at role of facilitator and team player in solving problems.
Committed to staff training and development
Job description
Responsibilities
In general, the intern will support OCHA in fulfilling its mission to coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention; and facilitate sustainable solutions.
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background and will be related to public information and reporting, where s/he will become familiar with international humanitarian emergency response mechanisms.
Duties may include but are not limited to: assisting in the collection of information, including news articles, on humanitarian issues in the region; assisting with the production of information products on priority issues and/or major events; assisting with the drafting of reports aimed at specific audiences, including internal and public reports; participating in the creation of content for social media platforms; and performing other tasks requested by the supervisor.
Competencies
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TEAMWORK: works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
Education
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation from an academic programme. Applicants who are unable to commence the internship within one year of graduation shall not be accepted.
The University degree must be preferably in the area of communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or in a related field.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional working experience for participation in the Programme though any academic and/or practical experience in communications, journalism, humanitarian affairs issues or international relations is desirable.
Familiarity with graphic design software (e.g. Adobe InDesign and Illustator), photo and video editing tools (e.g Adobe Photoshop and Premiere), social media platforms, web analytics tools and/or content management tools (e.g. Drupal) would be an asset.
Applicants should be computer literate in standard software applications; have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations, a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter and; have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another United Nations official language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian Spanish) is an advantage.
Assessment
Candidates will be assessed based on their Personal History Profile (PHP).
Individual interviews may be conducted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration. A complete online application (e.g. cover note and PHP) is required.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The cover Note must include:
Title of degree you are currently pursuing;-Graduation date (when will you be graduating from the programme)
IT skills and programmes in which you are proficient
Explanation why you are the best candidate for the internship position. In your PHP, be sure to include all past work experience, if any; IT skills and three (3) references. Due to high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.Apply now
Overall Mission
The Program Assistant shall support the finance and programmatic functions to in the implementation and monitoring of programme and operations work.
Main Activities
Programme:
Ensure all final approved reports and relevant documents are appropriately filed and version uploaded on Sharepoint in a timely manner.
Participate as part of the team members in programme coordination meetings including project monitoring visits guided by Terms of Reference.
Update and maintain the Kenya Partners Directory.
Provide logistical and coordination support for field missions, internal meetings, workshops and events as maybe required.
Financial:
Review designated quarterly finance/narrative reports, year-end closing reports paying special attention to completeness, adherence to CBM format, burn rate within approved budget and supporting documentation.
Generate required financial reports, analyses, and projections for monthly expenditures including status of transfer rate and burn rate.
In liaison with budget holders, review the office operational monthly ledgers and update respective finance reports (PPRs).
Prepare payment requests, ensure the documents are correct, within agreed budget, supported with required documentation before approval.
In liaison with Accounts/Finance team, coordinate follow-up on post field mission reimbursements.
Education, Knowledge & Professional Experience
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration and Management, or Project management
Professional qualifications in accounting (CPA-K, ACCA, CIMA) is an added advantage
Work experience in similar field, particularly with international NGOs or international development organization is preferred.
Working knowledge of programme/budget cycle management, procedures, and donor requirements is an added advantage
Ability to maintain accounting systems which handle large amounts of information
Effective communication skills- verbal and written
An effective team player who is also able to work independently
Ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment
Ability and willingness to learn, and to pass on information
Ability to take initiative, multi-task, prioritise work and meet deadlines Willingness to adhere and commit to CBM’s Values and Child Protection Policy
PSI seeks a candidate for Technical Advisor to support and advance the regional Tunza Social Enterprise in the East Africa region. In this role, you will support a social enterprise approach to service delivery in Uganda, Malawi, and Burundi, while also supporting the launch in Somaliland. You will work in close collaboration with teams across the PSI network including the social enterprise team, marketing teams and other regional/operational staff to ensure that the Tunza Social Enterprise teams on the ground have the operational, technical, and strategic support that is needed to remain at the vanguard.
Your contribution
We are looking for someone who can lead a new and bold initiative to re-imagine healthcare service delivery in the East Africa region and specifically support the four countries listed above. This is not just business as usual. In this role, we are looking for someone who can lead, provide clear and concise operational guidance to country teams, and that isn’t afraid to step out of their comfort zone. The below is a sample of what you will bring to the Tunza Social Enterprise and what you can expect to contribute:
You will bring critical thinking and the ability to develop and execute strategies related to the success of the Tunza Social Enterprise, including but not limited to fundraising, monitoring & evaluation, budgeting and cross-country and regional coordination;
Lead the execution of the 2018 Tunza Social Enterprise workplan, engaging with teams in the EA region to track and report on results and activities;
Support fundraising efforts including tailoring concept notes to specific funders, while advancing the overall fundraising strategy;
Lead on special projects and discrete consultancies to advance the Tunza Social Enterprise;
Lead and coordinate regional budgeting and business planning for the Tunza Social Enterprise, in close conjunction with country level and PSI global staff;
Lead on the development of internal and external communication to share the story and the journey of the TSE with various stakeholders;
Guide the learning agenda for the TSE, including quarterly analysis of M&E and learning agenda
Other duties as assigned.
Travel up to 25%.
What are we looking for?
Master’s Degree or other relevant advanced degree in relevant field
Prior technical support and/or program implementation experience in health service delivery
4-6 years of relevant professional experience, of which at least 2 years of overseas work experience
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Experience and excellence in working with large, diverse and remote teams
Knowledge of business models for service delivery and supportive components including services marketing, business planning and Profit & Loss statement development and tracking
Work eligibility in Kenya a plus
French language proficiency a plus
Status:
Temporary: July – December, 2018
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.