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Tuesday, February 2, 2010

POST:Senior Technical Advisor Gender,Policy & Advocacy


Category: NGO, Community/Social Devt & Fundraising Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: EngenderHealth is an internationaUNGO funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Tanzania.

EngenderHealth works to improve the health and well-being of people in the poorest communities of the world.

For 65 years, EngenderHealth has been improving the lives of men, women, and families through its dedication and work in family planning, maternal health, and HIV and AIDS CHAMPION (Channeling Men's Positive Involvement in a National HIV/AIDS Response) Project, which seeks to increase positive male involvement in HIV and reproductive health, is lead by EngenderHealth.

The project works in ten regions throughout Tanzania, with the main office located in Dar es Salaam.

CHAMPION invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in the Senior Technical Advisor Gender, Policy and Advocacy post based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

This position is open to both local and international candidates
Description: Job Summary

The Technical Advisor provides overall strategic leadership for Policy and Advocacy to address gender issues including but not limited to Gender Based Violence.

Working in collaboration with project staff and technical staff at EngenderHealth head quarters (New York), the Technical Advisor will spearhead CHAMPION'S initiatives to advocate for Gender equity, women empowerment and male involvement in addressing Reproductive health and HIV and AIDS challenges.

The Technical Advisor will represent the policy and advocacy portfolio at the national level and with partners, and provide technical guidance to project staff with regard to gender, policy and advocacy.

Responsibilities:
  • As the technical resource for CHAMPION work in advocacy and policy, s/he will take the lead in programming initiatives to improve advocacy at the national, regional and district levels.
  • Coordinate development of CHAMPION project's advocacy strategy.
  • Provide technical support and engage project staff in implementing the advocacy strategy.
  • Support CHAMPION strategic partners and sub awardees in implementing the advocacy strategy.
  • Conduct regular situational analysis regarding gender based violence and establish strategies to be employed.
  • Serve as CHAMPION contact person in Networks for gender based violence, policy and Advocacy.
  • Participate in regular meetings with colleagues, counterparts, government, donors and other partners
  • Direct/oversee capacity building on advocacy skills for CHAMPION staff, volunteers, and other partners
  • Direct/oversee the capacity building for government agencies and other partners in using data for decision-making, policy analysis, and presentation of data for a variety of audiences
  • Synthesize data and write reports to disseminate lessons learned and best practices with CHAMPION Project experiences in promoting Gender equality and health of the families.
  • Write accessible policy briefs and position papers
  • Assist with developing and writing technical and/or research papers that document the achievements of CHAMPION'S work.
  • Identify relevant platforms for sharing CHAMPION'S work at national and international levels.
  • Coordinate CHAMPION staff participation and presentation of CHAMPION'S work at relevant meetings and conferences.
  • Participate in identifying funding opportunities and writing proposals.
  • Participate in key policy processes on behalf of CHAMPION.
  • Monitor the implementation of the project's advocacy strategy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Experience with programs on policy and advocacy is highly desirable.
  • Excellent knowledge of issues related to Gender Based Violence, women empowerment, male involvement, gender alignment and the promotion of gender equality.
  • Experience in presenting findings, results and lessons learned to a variety of audiences.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Proficiency in Swahili is an added advantage.
  • Strong analytical skills to conduct policy and economic analyses to support the development of sound public health policies.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation skills to document successes in the Gender, policy and advocacy arena.
  • Conceptual thinker, with excellent follow-through and organizational skills.
  • Experience in conducting evaluation and disseminating relevant information to policy makers and program managers.
  • Strong computer skills necessary for the information system, data analysis and reporting, including Microsoft-Word, Excel, Access and SPSS.
  • Ability to apply qualitative and quantitative methodologies in monitoring and evaluation.
  • Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and supervisory skills.
  • Experience with donor funded programs (especially USAID) is a plus.
  • Ability to travel upcountry up to 20% of time.
  • Experience in writing research papers for publication and presenting research findings to public health and policy specialists and officials as well as to the media and the general public.
  • Experience in planning and facilitating trainings.
Education, Qualifications
  • Master's degree in a relevant field. Doctorate preferred.
  • Proven experienced in Gender, reproductive health and/or HIV/STI-related projects.
  • A personal and professional commitment to gender equality.
  • Fluent in English, with excellent written and oral communication skills. Additional fluency in Swahili preferred.
  • Computer literate with proficiency in data handling.
How to Apply:

Interested applicants should submit their applications and current Curriculum Vitae, to the address below by e-mail, hand, or post not later than 28th February 2010
Job ID:31835
Date Posted:01 February 2010
Closing Date:28 February 2010


Contact Info: The Human Resources Manager, Tanzania
Engender Health


The Human Resources Manager, Tanzania
Engender Health - CHAMPION Project
Plot 277 Chato Street, Regent Estate
P.O. Box 105410
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

POST:Foremen


Category: Engineering & Construction Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: Mastermind Tobacco Ltd
Description:

Reporting to the clerk of works the foreman will be in charge of a group of artisan in small projects, maintenance work or specific construction activity in a big construction project. Specifically she/he will;

  • Allocate daily duties to the artisans / craftsmen and general labour
  • Ensure high standards of workmanships as per project designs and specifications.
  • Ensure safety, security and optimal utilization of all construction tools, equipment and materials.
  • Any other duties allocated to him/her from time to time by superiors.
Requirements:

Qualifications

  • At least a craft (III) three certificate in the following areas; building/ construction, masonry, carpentry, metal work, fabrication, welding, electrical installation etc.
  • At least (10) Ten years experience of supervising a group of artisan in busy construction project(s).
  • Proven capabilities in interpreting construction and fabrication designs and details.
  • Proved multi-skills in constructions related activities.
  • Ability to work for many hours without supervision.

We will only consider those with training knowledge, experience and high degree of integrity.

Applications stating current salary along with a detailed CV including day time telephone contacts, Photostat copies of certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of two referees and a recent passport size photograph should be sent to:-

Job ID:31778
Date Posted:01 February 2010
Closing Date:27 February 2010


Contact Info: The Human Resources Manager
Mastermind Tobacco Ltd


The Human Resources Manager
Mastermind Tobacco Ltd
P.O Box 68144-00200
Nairobi

POST:Clerks of Works


Category: Engineering & Construction Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: Mastermind Tobacco Ltd
Description:

Reporting to and working under the direction of assistant manager construction, the clerk of works will be in charge of one big project or several small construction projects. He/she will do the following duties among others;

  • Supervise all the technical and administrative activities in the allocated construction project /Sites
  • Recruitment and deployment of labour at construction sites.
  • Rigorously oversee and control construction materials and equipment use.
  • Ensure that all standard construction, environment, health and safety rules are adhered to and that all other legal and occupation standards are observed in the construction process.
  • All the time work with foremen to ensure quality workmanship and superb adherence to plans and details.
  • Ensure that project activities including timely material requisition, are on schedule to ensure strict adherence to construction time frames.
  • Prepare weekly reports for presentation during weekly site meetings.
  • Safeguard construction materials, tools and equipments against loss and damage.
  • Any other duties allocated by the supervisor from time to time.
Requirements:

Qualifications

  • A minimum of a Diploma education in Building, Construction, Civil Engineering or Architecture.
  • Five (7) years experience at the same level in a busy construction project.
  • Knowledge of AutoCad/Archicad and Ms Office will be an added advantage
  • Possession of a valid driving licence.

We will only consider those with training knowledge, experience and high degree of integrity.

Applications stating current salary along with a detailed CV including day time telephone contacts, Photostat copies of certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of two referees and a recent passport size photograph should be sent

Job ID:31777
Date Posted:01 February 2010
Closing Date:27 February 2010


Contact Info: The Human Resources Manager
Mastermind Tobacco Ltd


The Human Resources Manager

Mastermind Tobacco Ltd

P.O BOX 68144-00200

NAIROBI

POST:Managing Director


Category: Senior Management Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: Tanzania National Reinsurance Corporation Limited (TAN-RE) is a reinsurance company registered under the Companies Act 2002.

TANRE was established under the provision of section 70 of the Insurance Act No. 18 of 1996.

The company is now seeking the services of Managing Director of international standing to relish change, strengthen and expand reinsurance business in Tanzania.

The post is for a period of three years renewable subject to mutual agreement by both parties.

Description: Job profile

The Managing Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the Company.

He/She is responsible for overall management of the company providing the entire body of the company staff with leadership.

His/her major role will be to plan, organize, staff, coordinate, motivate and control company operations.

He/she report to the Company Board of Directors.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • To develop and recommend to the Board of Directors a Corporate Plan of the Organization that would ensure growth and continuity of the operations.
  • To make continuous study of the requirements of the Corporation with regard to development, operations and marketing of its services and its relationship with all shareholders.
  • To coordinate and direct all operations and activities of the Company in ways and by means that would lead to or result in optimum corporate business efficiency and effectiveness as well as a work motivating, job-satisfying environment and competitive customer service.
  • To recommend to the Board of Directors the corporate objectives, policies, Programmes and budgets of the Company.
  • To establish and maintain an industrial climate which stimulates and encourages maximum productivity of all employees and management.
  • To identify suitable and skilled officers and recommend to the Board of . Directors for their recruitment, placement and promotion.
  • To maintain good public relations with both local and international business contacts.
  • To do all other things permitted by the law and memorandum and Articles of Association that will improve the performance of the Company and all directives, resolutions, advices and/or requests of the Board of Directors
Requirements: Qualification and Experience

We are looking for a clear leader communicator, an individual whose professional strength specifically in reinsurance business is combined with international experience and proven interpersonal skills.

The applicant must be a graduate in reinsurance/insurance, law, economics or finance with senior management experience of at least 10 years in related managerial functions.

The applicant must be able to liaise with senior stakeholders in public and private sectors; national and international corporate organizations to win the recognition and support that will make and continue to demonstrate TANRE as a success story.

The applicant has to be computer literate.

Application:

If you are a dynamic, self motivated and result oriented executive, please send your application with a detailed CV to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before 26th February, 2010.
Job ID:31831
Date Posted:01 February 2010
Closing Date:26 February 2010


Contact Info: Chairman TAN-RE Board of Directors
Tanzania National Reinsurance Corporation Limited


Chairman
TAN-RE Board of Directors
PO Box 1322
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania

POST:Agronomist


Category: Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: A medium sized company in the Horticultural Industry is seeking for a suitable person to fill the above mentioned position.
Description:
Requirements: The applicant should hold a recognized University degree in Horticulture or related discipline and MUST have a detailed knowledge of Pest, Disease and Fertilizer management, plus a broad understanding of Agronomic principles.

He/she should have not less than 8 years working experience in export vegetable production.

The Ideal candidate should be aged between 35-45 years and should be computer literate.

Applications should be sent together with a detailed CV quoting the current salary details together with a daytime telephone contact to reach the under signed not later than 23rd February 2010.
Job ID:31825
Date Posted:01 February 2010
Closing Date:23 February 2010


Contact Info: The Managing Director
P.O. Box 5295-00200
Nairobi

POST:Programme Assistant (ALAC), Msa, Re-Advertisement


Category: NGO, Community/Social Devt & Fundraising Location: Mombasa, Kenya
Employment Type: Contract/Temporary
Summary:

TI-Kenya is seeking a Programme Assistant in the Citizen Demand Programme with specific reference to Advocacy and Legal Advisory Centres for the Public Service Delivery Programme

TRANSPARENCY INTERNATIONAL-KENYA is a non-profit organisation founded in 1999 and registered as a company limited by guarantee, with the aim of a transparent and corruption free Kenya for and good governance and social justice initiatives in Kenya.

TI-KENYA is part of the Transparency International group that is a non-partisan coalition of individuals with a shared vision of a corruption free world. TI-Kenya is an autonomous Chapter in the Transparency International movement, a global coalition against corruption, with which we share knowledge and exchange ideas for the greater good of Kenya.

The TI-Kenya network currently has two Advocacy and Legal Advice Centres (ALACs) and is expanding this presence. The ALACs provide legal advice and assistance to victims and witnesses of corruption and help citizens pursue corruption-related complaints. By using information gained from cases (either individual cases or common themes running through a variety of cases observed), ALACs are then able to advocate for systemic reform based on concrete evidence. By forging relationships with stakeholders, ALACs aim to create dialogue, informal feedback and working partnerships with government institutions charged with anti-corruption and translate citizens’ concerns on corruption into structural changes for better local and national governance.

Location: To be determined (Mombasa)

Description:
  • Support TI-Kenya in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Advocacy and legal Advisory Centres (ALAC)
  • Providing ALAC with technical support to planning meetings, workshops and seminars including the preparation of meeting documents, agendas, reports;
  • Preparing, coordinating, participating in and reporting on field visits, meetings and workshops for ALAC;
  • Assist in the documentation of information based on the ALAC Website section on ALACs and maintenance of the ALAC data base
  • Contribute to the content development of the TI Intranet section on ALACs
  • Assist with the receipt, booking, recording calls for the clients for purposes of processing cases
  • Assist with the development of a participatory results and impact tracking system for TI ALAC initiative.
  • Assist in research, documentation, record-keeping, administrative and logistical tasks related to supporting the TI-ALACs globally
  • Conducting initial interviews and setting up appointments.
  • Assist with research, statistics & information management of ALAC operations
  • Assist with the analysis of complaints by sectors and clusters and the identification of 'soft points' in the system which allow corruption
  • Any other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

· A Bachelor of Laws degree and Diploma from the Kenya School of Law

Knowledge, skills and experience:

· Proven experience in community mobilisation

· Familiarity with advocacy and communications strategies and tools

· Experience with legal aid/or familiarity with work of legal and/or anti-corruption institutions an asset.

· Knowledge of, and/or previous participation in civil society advocacy for social and institutional change an asset.

· Result oriented and self motivated

· Experience in organising meetings/workshops/trainings.

· Web site management experience

· Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task and manage time well

· Team player and quick learner who focuses on high productivity and results

· Ability to work with tight deadlines and schedules

· Excellent Writing and Research skills

· Experience in community mobilisation

· Fluency in English and Swahili

· Demonstrated interest in anti-corruption sector

· Good conceptual skills

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

To apply:

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and CV (in English) via email to: transparency@tikenya.org or drop them at:

Transparency International- Kenya,

P.O. Box 198,00200 City Square,

Job ID:31845
Date Posted:01 February 2010
Closing Date:16 February 2010


Contact Info:
Transparency International - Kenya

Web Address : http://www.tikenya.org

POST:Programme Officer (ALAC), Nairobi


Category: NGO, Community/Social Devt & Fundraising Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Contract/Temporary
Summary:

TI-

TI-Kenya is part of the Transparency International group that is non-partisan coalition of individuals with a shared vision of corrupt free world. Ti-Kenya is an autonomous chapter in the transparency international movement, a global coalition against corruption with which we share the knowledge and exchange ideas for the greater good of Kenya.

Transparency International, Kenya in collaboration with partners in Nairobi, Coast, North Rift and Western Kenya regions plan to establish Advocacy and Legal Advice Centres (ALACs) as a strategic initiative aimed at empowering citizens to actively participate in the fight against corruption.

Working in partnership with legal aid organisations namely: Kituo Cha Sheria, CLEAR, Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Kenya National Human Rights Commission and others, Ti-Kenya shall through ALAC do among other things:

· Facilitate provision of impartial and professional legal advice and legal disputes

· Promote legal advice and assistance to victims or witnesses of corruption through partnership with legal aid organisations

· Enhance citizen’s access to legal services through information, Education and communication support

· Undertake advocacy on a broader anti-corruption reform agenda

· Enhance institutional capacity in complaint assessment and processing to enable citizens pursue corrupt-related issues.

To accomplish these, Ti-Kenya plans to hire an ALAC Officer to be stationed in Nairobi to accomplish the following responsibilities:

Description:

·

· To coordinate and promote an Advocacy and Legal Advice Centre (ALAC) campaign in Nairobi Kenya, thereby contributing to greater citizen empowerment in the fight against corruption.

· Oversee and coordinate all aspects of an Advocacy and legal Advice Centre (ALAC) issues in Nairobi including its formation, institutionalisation, staffing and resource mobilisation

· Manage a Citizen Complaints project.

· Act as main contact point for other stakeholders on issues of common interest on the ALAC activities in Nairobi

· Coordinate documentation of all ALAC activities in the region

Main Duties

· Support the Citizen Demand Programme Coordinator and Programme Officers to produce awareness materials for ALAC publicity campaigns

· Market ALAC project to the public and stakeholders in the region

· In liaison with the Research Officer, facilitate research activities on ALAC, including surveys.

· Participate in monitoring and evaluating of ALAC activities

· Ensure efficiency and accuracy of filing systems and coordinate other information management systems relating to the ALAC activities in Nairobi.

· Facilitate production of ALAC project reports and documentation of ALAC activities in Nairobi

· Closely liaise with partner institutions and track progress on complaints handed over to them

· Contribute to TI-Kenya overall strategic plan implementation and Citizen Demand Programme in specific

· Source funding through researching and targeting trusts , donors , foundations whose criteria match the project and activities

· Establish office and document requirements for premises and eensuring that the premises provide sufficient capacity for the project

·

Requirements:

· Degree in Law

· Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya

· Qualification in project management will be an added advantage

Skills and Experience

· Minimum two (2) years experience in a similar environment

· Excellent public speaking , communication and interpersonal skills

· Customer, client or public complaint handling experience

· Project planning, monitoring and evaluation skills

· Solid Strategic Planning experience

· Excellent writing and Analytical skills

· Computer Literacy (word processing, spreadsheets, database management)

· Experience in report writing

· Experience in people management

· Knowledge of corruption and governance issues

· Team worker, able to work with minimum supervision

· Excellent skills in public relations and capacity to cultivate strong networks with relevant stakeholders

Reporting: Reports to the Citizen Demand Programme Coordinator in the first instance

Applications

Cover letter & CV should be received on/before close of business of 16th February, 2010 to:

Deputy Executive Director/Head of Programmes

Transparency International-Kenya

ACK Garden House, 3rd Floor, Wing D

1st Ngong Avenue, Nairobi, Box 198,00200

transparency@tikenya.org

Please include VACANCY ALAC NAIROBI in the reference line.

Job ID:31844
Date Posted:01 February 2010
Closing Date:16 February 2010


Contact Info: Transparency International-Kenya


Web Address : http://www.tikenya.org
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