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NEPHAK Admin Job Kenya

Office Assistant Jobs At NEPHAK

The National Empowerment Network of People living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya (NEPHAK) is a national network that unites people living with HIV (PLHIV) and those affected by TB and AIDS through community based organizations such as post-test clubs, support groups, men’s associations, carers associations, women groups, youth groups and non-governmental organizations including PLHIV networks.
NEPHAK works in partnership with relevant government departments and structures and civil society organizations to improve community health in Kenya.
NEPHAK is currently looking for qualified professionals to join its management and support team in the implementation of an expanded institutional strengthening and programming initiatives to achieve sustained improvement of community health in Kenya.
The qualified and experienced professionals are being looked for to join NEPHAK team in the following management, programming and support positions:
Office Assistant (for Kakamega and Machakos offices).
Kindly state your County of preference.
 Job Purpose
To provide quality, efficient and proactive hospitality and office support services.
Office Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Support the administration, programming and handle front office duties such as receiving calls and visitors.
• Manage communication and send out mails through DHL, EMS or any other approved courier as required.
• Observe general cleanliness of the office include sanitary facility and empting of dustbins.
• Carry out office errands as directed including photocopying, binding etc.
• Prepare and serve tea and other beverages to staff and visitors
• Ensure the office is clean, neat and tidy at all times
• Ensure the office, kitchen and toilets are clean and tidy at all times
• Receive, register and forward to the officer concerned letters, documents and parcels received by the organization.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the management.

Qualifications For Office Assistant Jobs In Kenya

• Level of Education: At least KCSE certificate. Diploma will be added advantage.
• Specialized Training / Professional Qualifications: Certificate in front office management/customer care, Basic computer skills (word, excel),
• Must have ability to work and relate well with people from diverse backgrounds, and deal with people in respectful manner.
• Ability to read, write and communicate well in English and Kiswahili.
• Must be a well-organized individual who is able to coordinate tasks well and complies with given instructions.
• Sufficient knowledge of office procedures and regulations.
• Relevant Job Experience: At least one (1) year in similar position

 Working Conditions

• The positions involve frequent travel by the jobholder to visit member organizations and project sites and the travel may at times involve exposure to adverse weather conditions and difficult circumstances.
• There may be periods that require the jobholder to work odd hours when necessary to meet deadlines or respond to specific situations.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send an Application Letter and CV to
NEPHAK National Secretariat,
3rd Floor, Wood Avenue Court, Wood Avenue,
off Lenana/Argwings Kodhek Roads.
P. O. Box 75654 00200
Nairobi
and/or email: info@nephak.or.ke
by Thursday 16th July 2015.
NEPHAK is an equal opportunity employer.Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

NRC NGO Jobs. Finance Coordinator

Re – Advertisement of Finance Coordinator – South Sudan – Based in Nairobi -National Position – Kenya

Norwegian Refugee Council
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has been present in Somalia since early 2004 and has since expanded its Horn of Africa Programme to Kenya in 2006 and to Ethiopia in 2011.
Since 2004, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has demonstrated a regional competence and expertise in working with displaced populations.
The Regional Office is based in Nairobi, Kenya with offices and operations in Somalia (Puntland, Somaliland and Mogadishu), Kenya (Dadaab, Kakuma & Mandera), Ethiopia (Addis Ababa, Dolo Ado, Shire,Gambella and Asosa), South Sudan (Juba, Awil, Alek and Aweril) and Yemen (Sa’naa and Aden).
NRC is seeking to recruit Finance Coordinator for South Sudan to ensure that all NRC Horn of Africa & Yemen Mission Financial management (Budgets & Reporting) systems are consistent, and grants utilized and accounted for in compliance with NRC and donor regulations and procedures. The candidate will be reporting to the Regional Finance Director.

Finance Coordinator Job description

• Contribute in the design, development and implementation of the Financial management policies, procedures and practices
• Responsible for reviewing all budgets and budget revisions for South Sudan. Check budgets with the updated Master Budget.
• Review of the Budget Proposal overview (BPO) for South Sudan
• Review of the Project Summary (PS) and BRS for South Sudan
• Prepare monthly executive budget monitoring for South Sudan and provide the status to management.
• Review all financial reports before submission to donors
• Undertake proposal and grant application reviews to assess compliance with NRC and donor guidelines
• Train the finance and program staff in the mission on budgeting, Reporting and Donor Regulations. Take the lead in identifying changes to donor regulations
• and provide guidance and organize trainings.
• Provide interim FM support if needed.
• Do HQ year end closure

Qualifications for Finance Coordinator Jobs in Kenya

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in grants management
• Specific familiarity with grants proposal writing, and reporting to UNHCR, ECHO, BPRM, EC, SIDA, CIDA and DFID.

Education field

• Finance / Economics

Education level

• College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal qualities

• Good knowledge of financial reporting systems
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with strong team player skills
• Very strong computer based financial analysis skills
• Understanding of the South Sudan environments
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good hands on experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Duty station: Nairobi
Contract period is up to 31st December 2016 with possibility of extension. Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions. The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Nairobi.
Miscellaneous info
Travel: Some travelling must be expected
Candidates should apply on line by going through HERE. Email and paper applications will not be considered.

University Of Nairobi Jobs. Clerk

Clerk Job Vacancies at University of Nairobi

Applicants are invited for the following positions:
Clerk Grade iv,
Centre For Translation And Interpretation –
Post-AD/6/213/15(CHSS)

Requirements for Clerk Jobs in Kenya

• Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or equivalent with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent. They must have at least three (3)years experience as Clerk Grade III and must have shown merit and ability in work performance and results.
• They must be able to communicate fluently in both English and Kiswahili languages. They must have a good reference letter from the current work Station Head.
• Those who may not have the minimum requirement BUT have the practical experience in the management of interpreting booths and machines and ability to operate them during the training of interpreter sessions.
• They should be able to managethe departmental library, including cataloguing, lending and tracking of books and materials.
• Those who have worked in translation and interpreting training environment in a higher education institution setting will have an added advantage.

Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.
Note

• Applicants should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications.
• Applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations.
• They should quote reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
  Applicants should be addressed as per the codes below:-

CODES CHSS:
The Principal, College of Humanities and Social Sciences,
P.O. Box 30197-00100,
Nairobi
R&T:
The Deputy Registrar,
Recruitment & Training Section,
P.O. Box 30197-00100,
Nairobi
Please Note That The University Of Nairobi Is An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Only Shortlisted Applicants Will Be Contacted.
Closing Date: July 7, 2015

CLE Senior HR Officer Jobs Kenya

Overall purpose of the job:

• Reporting to the Manager, Finance, Planning and Administration, the successful candidate will implement Human Resources/ Administration policies, systems and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Human Resource policies, strategies and procedures;
• Preparation and administration of contracts and maintenance of files;
• Assist in staff recruitment exercises;
• Implement the staff development plan;
• Providing support to line managers and supervisors on matters pertaining to HR;
• Administer staff welfare scheme in line with Council’s policies.

Qualifications for HR Jobs in Kenya

• Masters Degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences or Human Resources Management from a recognized university;
• A post graduate Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management and membership of IHRM;
• At least 6 years relevant working experience in a similar environment, 3 of which should be at management level;
• Must be conversant with labour laws;
• Must have good organization, analytical and communication skills;
• Be a team player with high level interpersonal skills;
• Must be computer literate;
• Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya. Candidates will be required to produce evidence of clearance by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority, Credit Reference Bureau and provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.

Salary Scale
Basic Pay: Kshs.89,600 x 4,480 to 94,080 x 4,480 to 98,560 x 4,480 to 103,040 x 4,480 to 107,520 x 4,480 to 112,000 x 4,480 to 116,480 x 4,480 to 120,960 x 4,480 to 125,440 x 4,480 to 129,920
House Allowance: Kshs.45,000
Commuter Allowance: Kshs.12,000
How to Apply
All applicants MUST be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
Candidates will be required to produce evidence of clearance by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority, Credit Reference Bureau and provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
All applications should include the job reference number, a reliable email address, day-time telephone contact and must be accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant certificates.
Send your application to:-
The Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
Council of Legal Education
P. O. Box 829 – 00502
Karen, Nairobi
or CLICK HERE to apply online
So as to reach him not later than 10th July, 2015
Please note that:- Due to the high number of applications anticipated, it will not be possible for Council of Legal Education to respond to each application and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CLE is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and clearly state that they are women or / and have disabilities.
Prof. W. Kulundu-Bitonye, EBS
Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
Council of Legal Education

NHC Job Vacancies. Internal Audit

Internal Audit Job Vacancies at National Housing Corporation, Kenya

National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a State Owned Enterprise (SOE) established under the Housing Act Cap.117 of the Laws of Kenya and is the principal agent of the National Government in implementation of Housing.
The principal role of NHC is development of decent and affordable housing, facilitating rural housing development as well as mobilization of local and international capital for housing development.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant position:
Internal Audit II
NHC Grade 9
Ref: NHC/IA II /06/2015
1 Post
Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the Internal Audit II will be responsible for the following

Internal Audit Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Systematically evaluate and assess the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes in the Corporation
• Ensuring that Corporation’s policies are adhered to and implemented efficiently.
• Evaluation of Corporation’s internal control systems and recommending their improvement where necessary.
• Evaluation of the Corporation procurement procedures.
• Review of Corporation sources of revenue and debt management.
• Review of Corporation expenses and creditors management.
• verification of assets and liabilities as per Balance sheet
• Report audit observations and recommendations to Internal Audit Manager.
• Review of NHC operations in branch offices.
• Review of NHC Human Resource management and practises.
• Examination of various accounting records e.g receipts, payroll, payment vouchers, bank reconciliation, statements, imprest etc.
• Assisting in special investigations and ensure that audits are carried out as per programmes.
• Liaison person between the Corporation and the KENAO.

Requirements for Internal Audit Jobs in Kenya

• Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration degree from a recognized University
• Holder of CPA II or ACCA II professional qualification
• Have six (6) years’ experience as an Accountant or Auditor
• Be a team player and computer literate

Application Procedure
Qualified applicants should submit their applications highlighting how they meet the job requirements and attach a detailed curriculum vitae stating current position, gross salary & benefits, their email address and telephone contacts(both landline and mobile).
The names and telephone contacts of three (3) referees should also be submitted.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi
Important

• Applications should be in a “sealed envelope” clearly marked “Application for the Position e.g. LEGAL OFFICER II – REF: NHC/LO II/06/ 2015” Quoted in bold print on the envelope.
• Applicants must state their County
• Applicants must meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya and will be required to provide evidence as proof.
• Certificate of good conduct from the Kenya police
• HELB clearance certificate
• Letter from the Credit Reference Bureau
• KRA tax clearance certificate

Closing date is Friday 10th July 2015
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
National Housing Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and persons with disability are encouraged to apply

Customer Service Officer Job

Our client, a hospital is seeking to hire dynamic and result driven individuals to fill the position of Client Service Officer.

Salary: 50K

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

 
Key Roles

• Develop and implement customer service policies and procedures
• Define and communicate customer service standards
• Review and assess customer service contracts
• Oversee the achievement and maintenance of agreed customer service levels and standards
• Direct the daily operations of the customer service team
• Plan, prioritize and delegate work tasks to ensure proper functioning of the department
• Ensure the necessary resources and tools are available for quality customer service delivery
• Review customer complaints
• Track customer complaint resolution
• Handle complex and escalated customer service issues
• Monitor accuracy of reporting and data base information
• Analyze relevant data to determine customer service outputs
• Identify and implement strategies to improve quality of service, productivity and profitability
• Liaise with company management to support and implement growth strategies

Qualification & Skills

• A university degree in marketing/Public Relations or any related field
• More than two year of Customer Service Experience.
• Quality Focus.
• Problem Solving.
• Market Knowledge.
• Documentation Skills.

If qualified kindly send your CV to jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating ‘Client Service Officer‘ on the subject line by 25th June, 2015.


Do not attach any certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.