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Research Assistants (Action Africa Help International)

Required Qualifications:

First degree in social sciences or a science related area (computers, statistics, economics)

Experience in research projects especially data collection and analysis

Excellent computer skills including data input and analysis packages – SPSS, STATA

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team and to work with minimal supervision

Willingness to travel and stay in different parts of Kenya during the course of the study
This is an exciting opportunity for dedicated and highly motivated candidates with a strong commitment to AAH-I's mission.
How to apply:
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please send a brief resume and application letter outlining what extra talents and skills set you will bring on board to this project to recruitke [at] actionafricahelp.org .
For more details on AAH-I‘s work please visit; Action Africa Help International

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Market Research Executives (French) Job in Kenya (Orion IT Management)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Have clear diction and neutral accent

Working knowledge of French, spoken and written, is required
Experience

At least 1 year of working experience

Computer literate

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and available to work weekends and at times public holidays

Experience in a call center environment would be advantageous
To apply
Visit our website http://www.orionitmanagement.com/careers, complete the form and send your CV to info [at] orionitmanagement.com.
Your application should include your an application letter on why you feel your experience, skills and qualifications would suit this position and your salary expectation and your CV with one referee, email address and daytime number.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Market Research Executives (English) Job in Kenya (Orion IT Management)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Have clear diction and neutral accent
Experience

At least 1 year of working experience

Computer literate

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and available to work weekends and at times public holidays

Experience in a call center environment would be advantageous
To apply
Visit our website http://www.orionitmanagement.com/careers, complete the form and send your CV to info [at] orionitmanagement.com.
Your application should include your an application letter on why you feel your experience, skills and qualifications would suit this position and your salary expectation and your CV with one referee, email address and daytime number.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Resource Mobilization Officer Jobs in Kenya (Nyeri Hospice)

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications and experience.

A Diploma in Public Relations

Higher Diploma or degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.

At least 3 years working experience in resource mobilization.
Duties and responsibilities

Identify, describe and justify partnership and project possibilities in connection with donor priorities and funding opportunities.

Plan and take part in negotiations of partnership agreements with donor agencies.

Promote new and innovative financing mechanisms towards achieving outstanding results.

Exchange information required for resource mobilization and implementation with Nyeri Hospice Directors, staff, relevant stakeholders and partners.

Be able to think and implement innovative means of generating funds for the fulfillment of Nyeri Hospice mandates

Be a team person, working closely with other staff of Nyeri Hospice, stakeholders, partners, volunteers, academic institutions, NGO’S etc.
Qualities

Committed and dedicated person

Sensitive to the needs of the terminally ill patients

A good communicator

A team player
Applications should be sent to the following address including the name and address of two professional referees, a C.V, indicating present salary and a day and evening telephone number.
Applications must be submitted not later than 20th March 2012
The Chair
Nyeri Hospice
P.O Box 2246-10140, Nyeri
Email: info [at] nyerihospice.org

Clinical Nurse Tutor Jobs in Sierra Leone (VMM)

About this job
This is a 2 year post in Makeni, Sierra Leone supported by Re-Surge Africa and VMM.

Duties
Background of VMM
VMM is a lay Christian non-government organisation founded in 1969, whose members share their lives, faith, resources and skills to promote equality, respect and dignity for all.
VMM has supported over 2,300 volunteers overseas.
VMM is committed to building the capacity of our Partner Organisations through our Overseas Programmes.
Our work includes recruiting, orientating and supporting skilled personnel to build the capacity of our Partners.
Background of Re-Surge Africa
The Charity Re-Surge Africa was formed to help train medical personnel in the techniques of reconstructive plastic surgery in developing countries.
Re-Surge Africa is committed to training local surgeons, nurses and therapists in techniques required to enable patients suffering from congenital deformities and other birth defects , burn injuries and road traffic victims to receive appropriate treatment.
In 2009, Re-Surge Africa began to operate in Sierra Leone, a country which is currently still recovering from the effects of a civil war that ended in 2002.
There is a severe lack of doctors and other medical facilities in Sierra Leone with no facilities available for patients who require reconstructive plastic surgery.
Re-Surge Africa, having identified this problem began a training programme to train local surgeons, nurses and therapists in the techniques of reconstructive surgery and treatment in the Holy Spirit Hospital in the town of Makeni.
Job Description
The nursing staff at the Holy Spirit Hospital have been trained locally with some receiving training in Ghana.
Most staff have limited exposure to the techniques required to look after patients undergoing reconstructive surgery with a need to refresh other techniques learnt.
The nursing staff require in-service training which needs to be monitored by a suitably qualified nurse to undertake the role of a clinical nurse tutor, based in Makeni.
Role:

To assess the skill level of each nurse working in the unit.

To identify key areas where these skills can be improved.

To establish with each nurse a set of objectives which she/he will be required to achieve in order to be able to implement improvement to the required standard and to ensure that each nurse has a full understanding of what needs to be done in order to achieve these objectives.

To identify a set of competencies which are necessary for the role and which must be met and to develop a program that will develop and achieve the required competencies.

To develop methods of assessing whether the required competencies necessary for the role and the objectives set have been achieved.

To monitor and evaluate progress made and to report via written documentation to Re-Surge Africa that these goals have been achieved.
Person Specification

Relevant Third level qualification in nursing

Registered with their relevant national Nursing Council

Experience of working in a surgical unit for at least five years, preferably experience working in a reconstructive plastic surgery with both adults and children.

Proven experience in Nurse training/mentoring.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Respect for local customs and beliefs.
Website http://www.vmminternational.org

Please email C.V and Covering Letter to recruit [at] vmminternational.org

Data Officer Jobs in Kenya (Pathfinder)

Job Requirements

Diploma in Health Records or its equivalent

Three years relevant work experience in an international NGO preferably in HIV/AIDS sector.

Solid experience in data quality exercises and data entry.

Training and capacity building skills.

Ability to meet strict deadlines and work independently.

Willingness to travel frequently to field sites

Experience in training on the use of data collection tool

Good working knowledge with Excel, SPSS, or other statistical programs or PEPFAR databases preferred
Applications including cover letter, CV, references and salary history should be sent to: jobs [at] aphiaplusnal.org.
Closing date for applications is 16th March, 2012.
Candidates who meet the above qualifications and are available to start immediately are encouraged to apply.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
Pathfinder International is an equal opportunity employer

House Parents Jobs in Kenya (Open Arms International)

Qualifications

Married couples aged between 30-40 years

Committed Christians with real love for children and a calling to work with them

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Have integrity and be trustworthy
Qualifications for the Wife

Form four leaver with minimum grade C-

Diploma in Catering/house keeping/home management/tailoring from a recognized institution

Hands on experience is a requirement
Qualifications and Skills

At least 3 years experience in respective field and managing a home

Parental experience

Excellent communication skills

Good organizational skills

Trustworthy

Experience in planning well balanced meals whilst staying within a budget

Proven hands on good housekeeping skills including a clear understanding of basic hygiene and cleanliness

Experience in and ability to train others would be an added advantage
Qualifications For The Husband

Form four leaver with minimum grade C+

Diploma in Agriculture/electrical/mechanical/plumbing/carpentry/planner with minimum grade of Diploma from a recognized institution
Qualification and Skills

4 years experience in the respective technical field with proven hands on experience

Experience in planning farm activities for optimal production

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Pastoral experience with sound Biblical knowledge to teach children and others in a relevant waySound judgement and leadership ability

Experience in and ability to train others would be an added advantage
Please send your letter, CV and copies of testimonials to
Open Arms International,
P. O. Box 2964-30100
or email infokenya [at] openarmsinternational.com
by 23rd March, 2012

Business Development Officer Jobs in Kenya (Wema Centre)

The Business Development Officer shall be in charge of supervising and expanding the Uniform Production at the tailoring Unit, the Catering Department, the Outside Catering Unit, and all our Income Generating Activities.
The successful candidate shall:

Be a person of high moral integrity and honesty and shall be in possession of a University degree- preferably Bachelor of Commerce with a bias in Marketing.

Have good supervisory and Sales & Marketing Skills with at least 1 (one) year's experience in a similar position.

Be computer literate and proficient at all MS Office Packages and preferable have some Accounting knowledge.

Possess a valid Driving License

Be available immediately.
Interested persons should send their applications giving full details of their age, qualifications, experience, present and expected remuneration, full contact address including daytime telephone numbers, detailed C.V, copies of certificates and testimonials and contact details of three referees to The Director, Wema Centre via Email on jobs [at] wemacentre.org beforeMonday 19th March 2012.
All applications should be titled Business Development Officer Post. Please do not attach Testimonials at this time.

Senior Malaria Monitoring and Evaluation Jobs in Kenya (ICF International)

Basic Qualifications:

Post-graduate qualification in the social sciences, behavioral sciences, population studies, health systems research, or a related field

At least 3 years’ experience in infectious disease control monitoring and evaluation

Experience in capacity building, training and knowledge management

Computer proficiency – Microsoft office suite applications and proficiency in qualitative analysispackages such as NVIVO and Ethnograph
Preferred Skills/Experience:

Ability to work with decision makers to identify knowledge gaps and generate actionable research

Ability to package information for a variety of audiences such as researchers, programmers, policy makers and members of the public

Prior experience in malaria programs and M&E systems in Kenya.

Experience working in malaria control.

Proof of technical writing a plus

Additional qualifications on communications will be an advantage

Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills

Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision making capabilities

Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
For more information about this position and to express interest, please visit us at www.icfi.com/careers and refer to position #1200000546
The closing date for applications is March 23rd, 2012.
ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled workforce.

Liaison Officer Jobs in Kenya

Job objective and purpose:
The Liaison Officer will serve as the point of contact in Nairobi, Kenya reporting to the organization’s head office in Kampala. Uganda. In this capacity the Liaison Officer will meet the organization’s key stakeholders, market its activities and administer training programmes Nairobi.
Primary roles and responsibilities:

Serve as the organization’s point of contact in Nairobi, Kenya. Receiving and officially responding to applicants’ and programme participants’ communications, applications and inquiries and filing them in an orderly manner.

Plan, coordinate, and administer training programmes, in Nairobi for professional-level participants from across the sub-Saharan African region.

Spearhead the organization’s business development efforts in Nairobi, including meeting with key stakeholders and marketing programmes to potential participants.

Regularly maintain the organization’s electronic contacts database and engage in target mailing.
Selection criteria:
Must hold as a minimum a Bachelor’s degree in Law, International Relations or related field from an internationally recognized university. A Masters degree is preferred.

Must have at least 2 years relevant working experience preferably with a regional or international organization.

Previous experience in handling donor projects, conferences and seminars with a regional or international organization is an added advantage.

Must be fluent in English and have excellent report writing and communic ation skills.

Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism, organization, and attention to detail.

Must be highly competent in Microsoft Office.

Must be pro-active and dynamic with strong inter-personal skills, a high sense of initiative.

Must be able to work under tight deadnes, willing to work extra hours when necessary and with minimal supervision.

Must be flexible and willing to travel out of station when necessary.
Electronic Applications:
If you meet the above requirements, please send a detailed CV. letter of interest and letter of recommendation from a professional or academic reference to:
aclevacancies [at] yahoo.com.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted, and any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Expected full-time remuneration is USD 1,000 net per month.Deadline for submission of applications is March 30th, 2012