FilmAid International

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 Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps in Kenya.

Closing date: 28 Dec 2010
Location: Dadaab refugee camp, Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

• Form messaging committees in Dadaab refugee camps comprising relevant stakeholders – UNHCR, implementing partners, GoK and refugee community representatives
• Meet regularly with FilmAid messaging committee in Dadaab refugee camps, which will comprise of members from the refugee community, UNHCR and partner agencies staff and involve them in all phases of the project. The program assistant will work closely with the script writer/drama director and other relevant program staff in discussing with the messaging committee various issues of concern and also identify approaches to addressing these problems within the communities.
• Conduct Focus Group Discussions with various members of the community – religious leaders, community leaders, youth (both in and out of school), women, girls, and parents on the topical issues
• Adapting information gathered from meetings with the messaging committee, focus group discussions and other reviewed data into film treatments and structures in consultation with the relevant Dadaab program staff.
• Design information and dissemination plans for the films developed to ensure coverage of all areas and variety of target groups
• Work closely with the Program Manager in providing regular updates of the production and dissemination through quantitative and qualitative reports.
• Assist in drafting and compiling monthly, annual and donor reports.
• Assist in the development of grant proposals
• Participate in the drafting of yearly workplans
• Research and acquisition of video content.
• Keep accurate master record of film and book libraries
• Conduct internet research on topics including best practices, fundraising, and other resources, to circulate to the field staff, and respond to other technical assistance requests.
• Focal point for field communications: coordinate newsletter ideas with country office, website information update, drafting communication materials, coordinate FilmAid’s participation in events, etc.
• Represent FilmAid in program meetings
• Work with the field staff in keeping accurate statistics of daytime and evening screening attendances
• Monitor and collect feedback on production and dissemination activities.
• Act as the liaison between FilmAid, the refugee community and other agencies in Dadaab on issues pertaining to information dissemination activities in Dadaab.
• Be familiar with both FilmAid and the Kenya Codes of conduct.

Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience

• Be of Kenyan nationality
• National Higher diploma in communication, social sciences, community development or other relevant discipline
• At least 3 years experience in program implementation, preferably with a development organization or humanitarian aid organization
• Excellent writing skills
• Internet research skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Access
• Ready to work for long hours in hardship areas
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Ready to work with minimal supervision. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action

How to apply

Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 28th December 2010 to: nairobi@filmaid.org

Applicants who will attach copies of their certificates and other documents will be disqualified

Applications to be submitted through email only and only short listed candidates will be notified.

Operations Manager

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is seeking Kenyan national to fill the position of an Operations Manager in the East Africa Regional Office in Nairobi

Operations Coordination

• Manage the planning, international coordination and implementation of the Federation's support to National Societies in disaster response operations in Eastern Africa in accordance with approved plans, procedures and policies.
• Manage the Emergency Appeal and DREF request processes at the regional level and make final recommendations as to scope and content of appeals / plans of action in line with standard operating procedures and assure emergency appeals contain quality activities for relief to recovery activities.
• Activate the regional request for the deployment of international disaster response tools and other human resources in coordination with the field.
• Lead and coordinate the regional response to support the field.
• Ensure that the Emergency Task Force at the Region Office is activated immediately and meets regularly during the emergency phase of the operation.
• Organise and chair PNS teleconferences during the first weeks of emergency operations.
• Maintain regional oversight of ongoing disasters and provide weekly feedback on emerging trends / ongoing operations to the Regional Representative and the Zone Head of Operations.
• Support Shelter, and other relevant departments such as relief, recovery, WatSan, Health in Emergencies, in Geneva to ensure Federation involvement in the cluster process and other relevant humanitarian coordination mechanisms.
• Assure emergency operation reviews are scheduled as part of the appeal process and contribute to emergency-related reviews and evaluations, identify areas requiring improvements and recommend enhancement solutions.
• Establish and/or support existing processes for close coordination and collaboration with the secretariat's disaster response and early recovery unit, the Zone Head of Operations, and all other pertinent regional units.
• Maintain a 24/7 disaster monitoring system linked to national societies and Federation offices.

Operational Communications and Relations

• Represent the Federation in disaster response in close cooperation with other units in the Regional Offices; develop relations with Participating National Societies, international and national organizations, donor governments and other organizations represented in the region.
• Work with the Communications team in the Region office to ensure a coherent communication strategy and an appropriate management of information reflecting the core nature of the International Federation's humanitarian activities.
• Ensure an ongoing working relationship and close cooperation and coordination with other units in the Region, especially the Federation Country Representatives and National Society Heads of DM.
• Ensure effective working relationships with technical and service units at regional, zonal and Geneva Secretariat levels.
• Assure technical guidance for operations in relief, assessment, health in emergencies, water and sanitation, shelter (including Emergency Shelter Cluster), and recovery is provided from the Regional Office.
• Ensure a good working relationship with the ICRC counterparts in the region as appropriate.

Response Preparedness and Early Recovery

• Assist Regional Disaster Response Team Officer to deliver relevant sessions of training for RDRT and other surge teams
• Assist organizational disaster preparedness through risk capacity mapping, emergency assessment training, National/Branch disaster response teams, WPNS and relief distribution modalities.
• Engage with partner national societies on recovery in operations and applied lessons learned.

Resource Management

• Work closely with Zonal PA/RM to raise operational funds in support of Federation appeals and activities.
• Provide direct disaster management support and human resource capacity to initiate emergency assessments, support emerging operations, bridge gaps in operation staffing and support ongoing operations technical sector needs.

Required qualifications
Education:

• Relevant university degree or extensive professional experience in related field

Experience:

• 5 years of relevant working experience in coordinating complex humanitarian operations internationally and or in the region.
• Good understanding of the common global humanitarian environment, strong analytical skills and capacity to translate analysis into action
• At least 3 years of work experience with Red Cross/Red Crescent

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of complex Disaster Management operations coordination
• Problem solving skills
• Strong project coordination skills
• In-depth understanding of Federation financial processes and budgeting
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural and cross-functional environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and good understanding of the global organization
• Excellent communications skills and public diplomacy
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks
• Drive for change and improvements and ability to deliver strategies in a challenging environment

Languages:

• Fluency in written and spoken English, Knowledge of French an advantage

Competencies:

• National Society Relations
• Results Focus & Accountability
• Teamwork
• Communications
• Professional Mastery
• Leadership
• Managerial Effectiveness
• Innovation

How to apply

Applications should be sent by email to zonehr.easternafrica@ifrc.org.

All applications should be received on or before 23rd December 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Safari Park Hotel

Safari Park Hotel, a leading five star hotel situated in Nairobi and serving the top notch of the Hospitality sector seeks to employ a suitable Kenyan Citizen with the right attributes to fill the above position.

Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for;

• Assisting the Sales & Marketing Manager with overall Sales & Marketing Administration for the Hotel & and its concerns.
• Assisting in formulation and implementation of Company Sales and Marketing policies.
• Liaison with the external business source markets including Tour operators, Corporates, UN agencies, Government, Non Governmental Organizations, etc for good working relations.
• Analysis of all available business information and statistics to recognize and act upon market trends with a view to maximisation of yield.
• Assisting in Budgeting and Business planning responsibilities for the Sales department.
• To take ownership of key accounts and ensure all revenue and business opportunities with them are maximized.
• To set and negotiate rates in liaison with the Sales & Marketing Manager.
• Maintaining and developing knowledge of our competitors, their product, rates and promotions through conducting of market intelligence to ensure we keep our competitive advantage.
• Actively promoting the hotel through networking and PR opportunities – attend all key and relevant social events and familiarization trips (including, when necessary, in the evenings and weekends).
• Supervise and provide leadership to a strong Sales and Marketing team.

The position is challenging and calls for a dynamic, confident, aggressive and forward thinking person with the following attributes;

• Aged 30 – 40 years
• A University Degree in the relevant field and a Sales & Marketing qualification preferred.
• Have not less than five (5) years experience, 3 of which must be in a similar position in a busy Sales & Marketing department in a large organization within the hospitality / tourism sector.
• Good written, oral communication skills and computer literate.
• Ability to set the highest possible standards of performance within the sales department.
• Knowledge in modern Sales, Marketing & Public relations operations.
• Networking ability and to be able to quickly grasp complex issues.
• Very conversant with the UN market operations and International agencies, Embassies and other foreign missions.
• Candidates with International business experience will have an added advantage.

A Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidate.

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials from applicants who meet the above qualifications and are up to the challenge should be sent to the address below to reach them by January 8, 2011.

Human Resources & Admin. Manager
P.O. Box 45038-00100
Nairobi
or email: careers@safariparkhotel.co.ke

Aon Kenya Insurance Brokers Ltd.

Aon Kenya is the leading Insurance intermediary firm offering Insurance and Reinsurance Broking, Employee Benefits Administration and Consulting, Actuarial Services and Risk Management Services.

We are searching for experienced and talented individuals who arc ambitious, bold and have passion for success in an international setting.

Operations Manager
Ref: OM/PL/10

Reporting to Personal Lines Divisional Director you will work with division teams to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of processes, programs and business plan; manage service providers and oversee operational teams; respond to external client inquiries; maintain department productivity standards and goals and ensure client satisfaction; prepare and review reports and plans.

Job Requirements: Degree in business, ACII qualified with at least 7 years hands on experience gained in insurance Operations Department.

Assistant Manager Claims
Ref: CM/PL/1O

Reporting to the Operations Manager (Personal Lines) you will among other responsibilities respond to client queries and request for documentation; register claims and report to underwriters; appoint service providers; ensure that turnaround time of a claim is adhered to; take up difficult claims from direct reports and negotiate with underwriters to ensure prompt settlement; review reports, supervise, plan and appraise direct reports

Job Requirements: Degree in business, ACII qualified with at least 5 years hands on experience gained in a busy general insurance claims department.

Chief Accountant
Ref: CA/GS/1O

Reporting to CFO, main task will be to maintain the accounting/finance function at the company, review existing financial systems and ensure compliance; advice the organization on finance matters; produce and review of financial reports; design, implement and maintain internal controls; develop annual budgets for the department and consolidate group’s budget; treasury management; prepare management and board reports as required.

Job Requirements: Degree in business, CPA (K) or equivalent with 8 years relevant working experience with at least 5 years in senior management

For consideration, email a cover letter and CV to the undersigned to be received no later than 24th Dec 2010 to: aon_rec@aon.co.ke

Only short listed candidates who meet the job requirements will be contacted.

Aon Kenya Insurance Brokers Ltd.
Aon House Processional Way
P.O. Box 48279-00100 Nairobi GPO Kenya
Tel: +254204974000/5000 Mobile: o722612948 o7336175oo
Fax No: +25420 2722574 +25420 2722556
E-mail: aon@aon.co.ke

General Manager, Sales (Kenya)

Sameer Africa Limited, a leading tyre solutions provider with offices in Nairobi and with operations within the COMESA Region has exciting opportunities for talented, dynamic and results driven individuals to fill the following positions based in Nairobi :-

1. General Manager, Sales (Kenya)

Reporting to the Managing Director, the job holder will have the overall responsibility of managing the sales function in order to deliver business objectives in the Kenyan market.

Key Responsibilities will include:-

• Formulating and leading in the implementation of sales channel development strategy
• Identifying new trade opportunities for development with a view to increasing volumes and market share
• Analysing and interpreting market trends and recommending appropriate strategies
• Sales forecasting and development of appropriate processes and tools
• Leading in the setting, implementation, monitoring and management of sales targets
• Reviewing and implementing functional policies, processes, procedures and programmes
• Developing and managing trade channels and ensuring adherence to agreed terms of trade
• Ensuring and monitoring customer satisfaction
• Developing, training, motivating and evaluating the sales team
• Identifying, implementing and benchmarking best practices in customer management

Key Deliverables

• Achievement of sales targets
• Growth and market share
• Implementation and management of Trading Terms

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and experience

• Bachelors’ Degree (A post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage)
• Channel Strategy development, management and execution
• Formulating, implementing and monitoring Sales strategy and plans
• Proven track record in executing sales plans
• Self-driven and result oriented individual
• A team player with excellent communication, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills
• At least ten years’ experience in senior Management positions in Sales & Marketing functions in a dynamic market environment

2) Management Accountant

Reporting to the General Manager, Finance, the job holder will be responsible for managing business information for optimal decision making for profitability and growth.

Key Responsibilities will include:-

• Creating, implementing and monitoring processes and procedures around the creation of monthly forecasts;
• Reviewing and monitoring product profitability trends and variance analysis
• Carrying out price modelling and product life cycle analysis and providing relevant management information for new product development
• Monitoring performance against budgets and ensuring that the budgetary controls are in line with business objectives
• Monitoring of business performance against set targets and recommending appropriate actions
• Carrying out cost / benefit analysis of projects and other investments decisions
• Contributing to medium and long-term business planning and assessing impact of key strategic decisions

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Experience

• Bachelor of Commerce/Accounting or Bachelor of Business Administration
• Accounting qualification - CPA (K) or ACCA or CIMA
• Sound knowledge of Product costing
• Internal controls and risk management
• Investment/Project appraisal
• A detail conscious individual with strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in ERP applications (Experience in SAP will be an added advantage)
• A team player with excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• At least 8 years working experience in a manufacturing concern

3) Mechanical Engineers

We are seeking to fill the following Mechanical Engineering positions:-

I) Projects Engineer

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the job holder will be responsible for the implementation of capital projects and factory improvement programmes.

Among Others, Key Responsibilities will be;-

• Leading in the implementation of capital projects from design, scheduling, procurement, construction, installation, commissioning and documentation.
• Participating in capital planning programs
• Coordinating capital proposals preparation and project appraisals

Key Deliverables

• Timely implementation of Capital Projects
• Delivery within project budget and specification

II) Technical Engineer

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Job holder will be responsible for developing new products and process specifications while improving existing products.

Among Others, Key Responsibilities will be:-

• Developing product and process specification
• Developing critical production controls and managing product quality
• Training production Staff on technical specifications

Key Deliverables

• New Product Designs and development Production

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Experience

• BSc Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university
• Advanced organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Project Appraisal , implementation and Management skills
• Expertise in Product process and packaging
• Proficiency in Auto CAD will be an added advantage
• A team player with excellent communication, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a comparable roles in a manufacturing concern
• Be Registered Engineers or eligible for registration

Key Deliverables

• Timely implementation of capital projects
• Delivery of projects at cost and specification

4) SAP Business Analyst

The main purpose of this role is to ensure optimum utilization of SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) to support business objectives.

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, key responsibilities will include:-

• Carrying out reviews on SAP utilization and recommending customization based on business requirements
• Recommending and ensuring compliance with business policies and procedures relating to SAP
• Administering SAP installations, training users and resolution of system related issues
• Reviewing and creating training and User manuals for various SAP modules

Key Deliverables

• Optimization of SAP capabilities
• User training and enhanced capacity building

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in ICT / Bcs. Computer Engineering or related field from a recognized Institution
• Working knowledge in one or more of the following SAP Modules FICO, MM, SD and PP for a minimum period of two years
• Having participated in SAP implementation will be an added advantage
• Good training and coaching skills
• A team player with excellent communication, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills

Interested candidates should forward their applications and detailed CV’s via the following address.
Please ensure you indicate your telephone contacts, names and contacts of three referees, one of whom should be current or a previous employer to reach us not later than 5th January, 2011.

The Head of Human Resources
Sameer Africa Limited
P.O. Box 30429- 00100
Nairobi

Or through e-mail: hr@sameerafrica.com