FAWE- Internship

FAWE is pleased to invite applications from eligible individuals for internships at its Regional Secretariat in Nairobi, Kenya.

Background

FAWE is a pan-African Non Governmental Organisation founded in 1992 to promote girls’ and women’s education in sub-Saharan Africa in line with Education For All. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, FAWE has a network of 35 National Chapters operating across Africa.

FAWE's mission is to promote gender equity and equality in education in Africa by fostering positive policies, practices and attitudes towards girls’ education. The goal of the organisation is to increase access and retention as well as improve the quality of education for all girls within the school system and for women in universities.

FAWE's internship programme

In its 2008-2012 Strategic Plan, FAWE instituted an internship programme to encourage young graduates and university students who and are interested in gaining practical experience in their field of study. Interns provide support to specific FAWE units according to identified needs.

FAWE encourages the placement of interns at its Regional Secretariat in Nairobi and in National Chapter Secretariats.

Interns may be of any nationality or gender as long as the engagement is mutually beneficial to the intern and the requesting organisational unit, and thus to FAWE.


Call for applications

FAWE is inviting applications from eligible graduates for a three-month internship at its Regional Secretariat in Nairobi, Kenya, in any of the areas of work listed below:

1. Accounting2. Programme assistance
3. Conference/meeting planning support4. Programme administration support

More information on the internship programme can be found ; Keep Checking their websites at http://www.fawe.org/support/get_involved/index.php.

ISSUING MANAGER- CARD BUSINESS REF: RB 332013

The Position

Reporting to the Head of Card Business, the purpose of the role is to grow card issuing revenues via increased card sales and optimal card usage by cardholders via business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

 Formulate and drive credit/ prepaid and debit card sales and marketing plans in line with the card business
strategy.
 Optimally drive growth in new customer acquisition and usage.
 Define and plan card product enhancements to promote issuance and usage of products.
 Engage key retailers and strategic partners to drive sales and card utilization through their outlets.
 Relationship management of high net worth card customers, institutions and third parties involved delivering
the card product to the customer.
 Manage card product sales presentations at retail and corporate level.
 Develop and agree on key KPIs for each card product, measure result against KPI and develop action plans
to address shortfalls.
 Appraisal of all credit and prepaid card applications upon entry.
 Manage projects on the roll out of new credit, prepaid & debit card products for KCB Kenya and
subsidiaries.
 Coach, manage, and develop team to achieve high performance against sales targets.

The Person

For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

 University Degree preferably in a business related field.
 Professional Qualifications in Marketing/ Sales or an MBA is an added advantage.
 At least 4 years management experience in banking, covering the following areas;
 Marketing & Sales
 Bank operations
 Credit Analysis.
 Experience in business development and client relationship is an added advantage.
 Experience in card acquiring, Visa and MasterCard Operations is essential.
 Demonstrated successful track record on delivery of results
 Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish new client relationships and generate new business
 Excellent planning, Organization, problem solving and analytical skills and strong leadership skills.

The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful
candidates. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 21st August, 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES AT KCB

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Sales Manager, the Sales representatives will be responsible for acquisition of new
business within the assigned Sales locations. The position is on contract terms for a period of 6-12 months.

This challenging opportunity to contribute to the growth of our business will involve the following:

 Deliver set Sales targets in asset and liability for; SME, Personal Banking, Advantage, Agent
banking and Micro Finance products.
 Provide excellent customer service.
 Participate in product campaigns to ensure product information is readily available to customers.
 Conduct door-to-door Direct selling
 Seek customer feedback on bank products.
 Provide regular Sales reports.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

For the above position, the successful applicants should have

 A Diploma or university degree from a recognized institution.
 Must have a minimum Mean grade of C in K.C.S.E with a C- in Mathematics and English.
 Age 26 years and below.
 Experience in banking, sales or client relationship management will be an added advantage.
 Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
 A passion and commitment to quality service performance.
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 Ability to meet stringent targets within defined deadlines.
 Be in possession of a Police Clearance Certificate.

The above positions are demanding roles and the Bank will provide a competitive package for the right
candidates. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above,
please visit our website, www.kcbbankgroup.com, go to the careers icon and complete the Direct Sales
Representative application form. Please email a completed application form to sales@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered, your application must be received by 31st August 2013

Software Developer

Position: Software Developer

Ref: J20/13

Experience: 3 + years relevant experience in functional domain

Qualifications & Skills required

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in MIS / Computer Science

Good working knowledge on PL, SQL & Linux.

A team player able to work with and through others.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Define site objectives by analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality.
• Design and develop user interfaces to internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and features priorities throughout development life cycle; determining design methodologies and tool sets; completing programming using languages and software products; designing and conducting tests.
• Recommend system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.
• Integrating applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.
• Create multimedia applications by using authoring tools.
• Complete applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities; contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.
• Support users by developing documentation and assistance tools.
• Update job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Required skills:

• Core Java/J2SE / Java Applets
• C++
• Knowledge of threading/concurrency
• Knowledge of a Scripting language - Bash/Ruby/Shell/Python/Lua
• Knowledge of j Unit /mocking tools
• Proven experience of Test-Driven Development/Agile processes
• Web Programming skills/ Web User Interface Design.
• Software Requirements/ Software Development Process/ Object- Oriented Design (OOD).
• Multimedia Content Development/ Software Debugging

Duty station: Nairobi

Age: Below 35 years.

Commencement date: Immediately

Kindly indicate net pay salary expectation on subject line & job title.

Email CV to recruitment@covenantexecutives.co.ke

Please do not apply if you do not have the required experience & skills.

Vacancies in Isiolo County Government

Republic of Kenya

Isiolo County Government

County Public Service Board

The Isiolo County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions as per the constitution of Kenya 2010 under Article 176 and County Government Act No.17 of 2012 Section 45.

County Chief Officers

Ref: ICPSB/2013/01

(10 Posts)

Job Group ‘S’

The Ten (10) posts will be for each of the following portfolios

• Treasury and Economic planning.
• Agriculture, Livestock development and Fisheries.
• Health services
• Environment, Natural Resources and Tourism.
• Water and Irrigation
• Roads and Infrastructure
• Education, Sports and Social services.
• Co-operative Development, Tourism, Trade, Industry and Enterprise Development.
• Land, Housing, Urban areas and Physical Planning.
• Public Service Management and ICT

Duties and Responsibilities

The County Chief officer shall be the authorized officer in respect of exercise of delegated power and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive member for:-

• The Administration of a County Department.
• Oversee management of finances, preparation and submission of budget estimates, annual plans and programs
• Development and implementation of strategic sector plans and performance management.
• Formulate and Implement policies and plans that conform to county strategic plan and vision 2030.
• Promote national Values and Principles of good Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Perform any other duties that maybe assigned from time to time.
• Requirements for appointment
• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya
• A Master’s Degree in the relevant field applied for will be an added advantage..
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution,
• Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than Ten (10) years in the specific area, five of which should be at managerial level.
• Understands the diversity within the County.
• Senior management course or strategic leadership development programme will be an added advantage
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines
• Additional qualification for County Chief Officer in charge of Treasury and Economic planning:
• Must be a CPA(K) holder
• Holder of a Bachelors’ and Masters’ degree in business administration, finance or economics
• Be in possession of extensive experience and training in public finance
• Demonstrate progressive advancement and increased responsibility over financial decision making process in public finance
• Must be conversant with computerized accounting packages

Terms of Service: Contract

Basic Salary: Kshs.120, 270 – 196,270 p.m.

House Allowance: Kshs.56, 000 p.m.

Other allowances: Kshs.20,000 p.m.

Sub County Administrators

Ref: ICPSB/2013/02

(2 Posts)

Job Group ‘Q’

Sub County Administration

Isiolo North

Isiolo South

Duties and Responsibilities

The Sub County Administrator shall be responsible to the County Secretary for the following;

• Develop and implement policies and plans
• Ensure effective service delivery
• Coordinate development activities to empower the community
• Manage the county public service
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies and plans
• Exercise any other functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 of the CGA 2012

Requirement for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Working Experience of not less than Ten (10) years in administration
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Basic Salary: 89,748 – 120, 270 p.m.

House allowance: 20,000 p.m.

Commuter allowance: 14,000 p.m.

Terms of Service: Permanent

Town Administrator

Job Group ‘P’

One (1) Post

Ref: ICPSB/2013/03

The Town Administrator shall be answerable to the town committee.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing the decisions and functions of the board• Overseeing the affairs of the town
• Developing and adopting policies, plans, strategies and programmes
• Formulating and implementing an integrated development plan
• Maintaining a comprehensive database and information system of the administration and providing public access thereto upon payment of a nominal fee to be determined by the committee
• Ensuring preparation and submission of the town annual budget estimates to the relevant County Treasury for consideration and submission to the county Assembly for approval as part of the annual County Appropriation Bill
• Establish, implement and monitor performance management systems; and
• Perform such other functions as may be delegated by the town committee.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Working experience of not less than five years in administration or management either in the public or private sector; and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Salary Scale: Kshs. 77,527 – 105,894 p.m.
• House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 12.000 p.m.

Terms of Service: Contract

Ward Administrators

Ref: ICPSB/2013/04

(10 Posts)

Job Group ‘N’

Wards: Wabera, Bula Pesa, Chari, Cherab, Ngare Mara, Burat, Oldonyiro, Garbatulla, Kinna and Seircho

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Ward Administrator will be responsible to the Sub County Administrator for the following;
• Coordinating, managing and supervising the general administrative functions in the ward.
• Implementing policies and plans.
• Ensuring effective service delivery.
• Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community.
• Providing and maintaining infrastructure and facilities of Public Service.
• Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in the implementation of policies and delivery of service.
• Exercising any functions and powers as may be delegated by the County Public Service Board.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Be a holder of at least a Diploma with Seven (7) years’ experience in supervision or a first Degree from a University recognized in Kenya with working experience of not less than Five (5) years in administration/management.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Basic Salary: KSh.48,190 – 65,290 p.m.

House Allowance: Ksh.17, 000 p.m.

Commuter allowances: Ksh.8, 000 p.m.

Terms of Service: Permanent

How to Apply

All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the top left side indicating the reference number for position applied and submitted to:

The Secretary,

County Public Service Board,

P.O. Box 30 – 60300,

Isiolo.

Applications should reach the Secretary CPSB on or before 15th August, 2013.

Isiolo County is an equal opportunity employer

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Important Information to All Applicants

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce their original National Identity Cards, Academic and Professional Certificates and Testimonials and other relevant documents in support of their applications.

Applicants should seek clearance from:

Bureau, Kenya Revenue Authority,

Higher Education Loans Board, Ethics and Anticorruption

Commission, Criminal Investigation Department