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Ab initio Pilot Trainee Excellent Career Opportunities with Kenya Airways

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Kenya citizens for the following job opportunity.

Ab initio Pilot Trainee

Minimum qualifications/competencies/personal attributes:-
* Mean grade B+ or equivalent.
* B+ mean grade in Maths, English, Physics.
* Must be Kenyan citizens aged 18 and above but not beyond 24 years.
* Minimum height of 5'4" and a maximum of 6'2".
* Must be a good team player and of high integrity.
* Must possess strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
* Must be medically fit with good eyesight.
* Keen to learn under a very demanding environment.

For a full role profile please visit our website.

How to apply

* You can apply by registering your application online on the Kenya Airways Web Site: www.kenya-airways.com and click on Careers.
* Register and log in.
* Once logged in, click on My Account and enter your personal and professional details
* Please note that you must indicate your "0" level mean grade and Grades in Maths, English and Physics by selecting the certificate category under Additional Qualifications and selecting the options "Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education KCSE" and "KCSE Maths, English and Physics" and type in your grades in the Grade/ Level space provided.
* Save your Account information.
* Once your Account has been updated, go to the Jobs tab: Search for the desired position using the 'All Open Jobs' link under the Date Posted field.
* Apply for the desired position by completing Steps 1 to 4 of the application process.

Please note that we will NOT PROGRESS with applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements or do not provide all the information required as per the advertisement e.g. mean grade, grades in Maths, English and Physics, age, ID number, etc.

Those who went through the Ab initio interview process unsuccessfully in 2008 and 2009 will not be considered.

Please note that no paper application will be considered

The closing date for this application is 15th January 2010.

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Precision Air Tanzania Job Vacancies: ATR type Rated Pilots ( First Officers)

Precision Air is a fast growing private Tanzania airline which operates in partnership with Kenya Airways with plans to expand wings beyond East Africa.

In order to keep our services at higher level and meet our customers` maximum satisfaction.

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to fill the vacant positions available in our organization as follows:

Position Title: ATR type Rated Pilots (First Officers) (10 Posts)
Duty Station: DAR

Role profile, duties and responsibilities and minimum qualifications can be found in our website www.precisionairtz.com

Closing Date: Applications should reach us within ten (10) working days after the date of publishing the advert.

Application:

If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to take up this challenging position, please send your application, curriculum vitae and day time telephone number for contact to the address below

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

The Head Human Resources and Administration
Precision Air Services
Mail Box 70770,
Dar-es-salaam
pwrecruit@precisionairtz.com

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Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator at mothers2mothers (m2m)

mothers2mothers (m2m) is an international non-governmental organisation headquartered in Cape Town, SA, dedicated to providing education and support to pregnant women and mothers living with HIV, and preventing mother-to-child transmission.

m2m empowers HIV-positive pregnant women and new mothers to become role models in their communities by promoting AIDS awareness, testing and services.

m2m currently operates in 7 countries in Africa and receives funding from a diverse set of funders.

For further information please visit www.m2m.org

Closing date: 04 Jan 2010
Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Purpose:

To coordinate all of the M & E activities for m2m Kenya, with the aims of measuring program performance, improving quality of care, and reporting program activities to m2m donors.

As with all m2m Kenya management staff, the Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator (MEC) works in close collaboration
with local partners including the MOH to achieve optimal program results. Reports to the Country Representative (CR) and is based in Nairobi.

Key Outcomes:

* Work in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders to implement the m2m monitoring & evaluation plan for Kenya.
* Supervise the implementation of all M & E activities, including site level data collection, timely reporting, interpretation, and analysis
* Encourage the routine utilization of m2m program data at all levels, and support program adaptations as indicated
* Manage the m2m program database in Kenya, including data entry, report production as requested, and routine reporting to m2m Head Office as required
* Provide training and capacity building to partner organizations (e.g. CMMB) and m2m management and field staff on M & E topics
* Participate in the implementation and evaluation of pilot projects where appropriate
* Support documentation of lessons learned, reporting, and presentation at appropriate regional and international forums
* Assist with program reporting and additional management activities at the request of the Country Representative
* Communicate and work closely with the program team, CR and m2m M&E Manager in Head Office in Cape Town, South Africa

Qualifications and Experience:

* Relevant Bachelor Degree or equivalent qualification (in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health etc.); Masters degree an advantage
* 4 - 5 years experience in research/program monitoring and evaluation
* Experience in the implementation and management of health M&E systems; experience in HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, or MCH preferred
* Experience training others on M & E systems (data collection, interpretation, analysis)
* Computer skills and experience using MS Excel, Outlook and Access
* Knowledge of SPSS, STATA, SAS an advantage

Competencies Required:

* Fluency in English and Kiswahili
* Dynamism, creativity, and excellent communication skills
* Possession of own car and valid driver’s license beneficial
* Willingness to travel to support program activities

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit their Curriculum Vitae and covering letter to the mothers2mothers Human Resource Department via email to meckenya@m2m.org by 4 January 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 31 January 2010, please consider your application unsuccessful.

mothers2mothers is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA) and women. Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.

Competitive salary packages will be negotiable in accordance with m2m’s remuneration policies.

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Malaria Technical Advisor Job Vacancy (Kenya)

PSI and its affiliates manage malaria control programs in 32 countries in Africa, Asia and South America. These programs have sold more than 50 million treated mosquito nets, and 6 million doses of pre-packaged malaria treatment.

For more information, please visit: www.psimalaria.org

PSI is seeking an experienced, dynamic Malaria Technical Advisor to support PSI's growing malaria prevention and treatment portfolio.

The position is based in Nairobi and is part of the integrated Malaria & Child Survival Department (MCSD). The Malaria Technical Advisor will report to the Deputy Director of Malaria Control.

Responsibilities:

The Malaria Technical Advisor will work closely with other members of the MCS Department to:

* Facilitate coordinated support to the implementation and expansion of PSI’s malaria prevention and treatment initiatives, with particular focus on supporting the West and Central Africa region.
* Provide short-term technical assistance to country programs and national malaria partners in program design, resource mobilization, research, product development and launch, marketing, behavior change communications and integrated malaria and child survival approaches.
* Play a leading role in supporting Ministries of Health in scaling up access to ACTs and delivering long lasting mosquito nets through integrated campaigns and sustained delivery systems.
* Leverage previously established international credibility in the field to improve PSI's malaria positioning at national and international level.
* Actively engage in and collaborate with the international malaria community to support advocacy and programme coordination efforts.
* Compile and disseminate lessons learned from PSI programs to international partners through a range of media, including tool kits and publications, to facilitate rapid transfer of best practices.
* At least 40% of time will be spent traveling.

Qualifications:

* Relevant post-graduate degree (MPH, MD, PhD, etc.);
* Sound technical knowledge of malaria epidemiology, treatment and prevention;
* Established international reputation in malaria control and knowledge of the partnership landscape;
* At least four years work experience in a developing country in a technical or management capacity;
* Strong writing and presentation skills;
* Familiarity with the international donor community;
* Fluent written and spoken English and French.

How to apply

Please apply online at www.psi.org

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

Accountant at Kapa Sacco Ltd (Kenya)

Qualifications:
* CPA II
* Diploma in Co-operative management
* Computer Literate
* Credit management is an added advantage
* 3 years experience in financial institution and crediting (Saccos).

Send your detailed CV, copy of testimonials/certificate and name and addresses of at least 2 referees by 11/01/2010 to:-

The Chairman,
Kapa Sacco Ltd
P.O. Box 18492-00500,
Nairobi.

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Sales and Marketing at Orion East Africa Ltd

Orion East Africa Ltd a local manufacturer of Plant Health Products, Seeds, Value Chain, Finance and Climate Change seeks to recruit a National Sales Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Managing Director, he/she will have the following responsibilities:
1. Managing and motivating a competent Sales Team.
2. Marketing and Promotion of company brands
3. Launching of new products in the market
4. Selling products to corporate customers and Government
5. Prospecting for new business
6. Retaining existing customers
7. Preparing and implementing the sales strategy
8. Preparing the sales budget
9. Conducting Market Research & Competitor analysis

Qualifications
* Degree in Commerce, Marketing or Management
* Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in similar position preferably in a chemical industry
* Knowledge of the agriculture industry will be an added advantage
* Aged 28 - 40 years
* Computer literate and possess clean driving license
* Strong presentation skills and ability to win difficult customers.

Technical Marketing Executives

Reporting to the National Sales Manager, he/she will have the following responsibilities:
1. Training, Sales and Marketing of the Company’s range of products.
2. Soliciting for business in area of operation i.e. Agrochemicals, Microfinance, Seeds and Carbon Credits.
3. Preparing the (S.W.O.T) Analysis

Qualifications
* Diploma in Agriculture or related sciences
* Diploma in Marketing
* Minimum 3 years experience in similar position preferably in a chemical industry
* Knowledge of agriculture industry
* Aged 25 years - 38 years
* Computer literate and possess clean driving license

Applications with a detailed CV should be addressed to the:

P/A
Managing Director,
Orion East Africa Ltd,
P. O Box 10170 - 00100 Nairobi.

To reach us before 10th January 2010

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Logistics Assistant at Danish Refugee Council Kenya Program

The Danish Refugee Council Kenya Program is reopening operations in Molo and is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position:

Logistics Assistant – based in Molo

This is a short-term position for an initial period of 6 months, with possibility of extension.

Key responsibilities:

The Logistics Assistant will be responsible for all the logistics functions, this includes:

* Responsible for all tasks related to procurement and logistics in DRC office Molo.
* Ensure that all procurement is done according to rules and standards related to the respective donors and in compliance with DRC guidelines
* Stores operations and handling.

For a complete job description with full description of requirements and application procedure, write to info.drc.hoa@gmail.com.

Do not send applications to info.drc.hoa@gmail.com.

Deadline for receiving applications is Friday January 8, 2010.

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