Corporate Consultancy Services Manager Jobs in Kenya at National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Title: Corporate Consultancy Services Manager

Job Ref: NHC/CCSM/12/2013

Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

Reporting to the General Manager Business Development, the officer will be responsible for the undertaking of all environmental impact assessment and audits as a lead expert, advising management on issues related to zoning, building codes and regulations, undertaking project feasibility studies.

S/He will be responsible for land use planning and management, coordination of housing research and undertaking of market surveys among other duties.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors’ degree in Economics, Planning, or equivalent from a recognized university
• A Masters degree in Economics Planning or equivalent or an MBA Registered as an environmental Impact assessment lead expert with NEMA
• Twelve (1 2) years experience as an Economist or Planner, six (6) of which must have been served in a senior managerial position
• Should have practical knowledge in research management and consultancy
• The positions of General Managers will be on a three (3) year renewable contract term

The rest will be on permanent and pensionable basis

Successful candidates will be subject to performance contracting.

How to Apply:

All interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications in confidence together with copies of detailed and up to date certificates and testimonials indicating current and expected remuneration, and names and contacts of three referees to the following address: -

The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi

Important: Applications should be in a sealed envelope clearly marked e.g  “Application for the Position of SENIOR ESTATES OFFICER - REF:NHC/SEO/12/2013” with the relevant Reference No. Quoted in bold print on the envelope.


“National Housing Corporation is on equal opportunity employer and persons with disability (PWD) are encouraged to apply”

Closing Date: 10th Jan 2014

Tour and Travel Consultant at TalentRecruit Limited

Job Title: Tour and Travel Consultant

Company: TalentRecruit Limited

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Provide consultation to the clients with respect to enquiries on travel schedules, packages and other related information
• Arrange for the booking of travel tickets and accommodations to company’s customers
• Explore new travel and tour places and provide information on the same to customers  
• Collect travel payments and handle other transactions from the customers in advance to facilitate hotel and care booking
• Prepare itineraries to the various destinations of interest
• Ensure the rate files are orderly & up to date
• Ensure bookings that do not mature are cancelled in time to avoid cancellation penalties especially for hotels
• Ensure customers’ special request especially on accommodation and room specification, driver guide language, meals are pre-arranged
• Updating daily ticket sales on the reservations system
• Issuing tickets

Qualification and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree preferably in business or tourism related field is preferred and  IATA ticketing training
• Must have at least 3 years work experience in Travel Consultancy
• Must have outstanding communication skills
• Proven ticketing skills
• An honest individual with a proven track record of integrity

How to Apply:

If you meet the above mentioned job criteria, kindly send your CV and application to: recruit@humantalentrecruit.com

Indicate the position applied for, your current and expected salary on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013

Consultancy Services for Training on Program Quality Improvement at Kenya Red Cross Society

Job Title: Consultancy Services for Training on Program Quality Improvement for KRCS and SR Staff

Company: Kenya Red Cross Society

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

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The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is the largest humanitarian organisation in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in the country.

KRCS was appointed as the Civil Society Principal Recipient (PR) to manage resources under the Country’s Global Fund Round 10 HIV Grant. The Global Fund programme is implemented through selected civil society organizations as Sub Recipients (SRs).

As part of the grant, KRCS intends to conduct training on Program Quality Improvement Tools and Techniques for the PR and SR staff.

In this regard, KRCS invites Proposals to assist in enhancing the skills of the PR and SR staff on continuous Quality Improvement approaches and tools and thereafter introduce the use in programme monitoring and improvement.

Complete Terms of Reference in English detailing the requirements may be downloaded from the KRCS website at www.kenyaredcross.org or can be obtained from the Supply Chain Office on normal working days between 9am to 4pm.

The Offices are situated at:

Kenya Red Cross Society
Red Cross Road, off Popo Road
P O Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi

Application Deadline: 16th Oct 2013

Grants and Resource Mobilization Consultant Jobs at Kenya Human Rights Commission in Nairobi

Job Title: Grants and Resource Mobilization Consultant
Job Location: Nairobi

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) which was founded in 1992 and registered in Kenya in 1994 with a mandate to entrench human rights and democratic values in the society.

In 2012, the Commission evaluated its 2008-2012 strategic plans and developed an interim strategic plan for 2013-2018 in which it envisions: A human rights state and society and outlines its mission as to foster human rights, democratic values, human dignity and social justice.

This vision and mission will be driven by the goal and new mandate of enhancing human rights centred governance at all levels.

To this end, KHRC seeks to recruit dynamic, organized, motivated and results-oriented individuals.

The positions will be based in Nairobi, with extensive field work mostly within Kenya.

Overall purpose of the job

To support the implementation of KHRC’s Institutional Development and Sustainability (IDS) programme through the Financial Sustainability Project.

Contractual Period: One year renewable contract, which is subject to performance and funding.

Target Group: National, regional and international level grants makers and development partners

Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Programmes & the Head of Finance the consultant will be responsible for the following outputs and activities:

Develop the donor prospecting diversification grid (including capital campaign partners) and identify a new pool and category of grant makers.
Develop the resource mobilization plan and strategy.
Develop a cash and reserves investment plan for the KHRC.
Conceptualize and support the Feasibility Study on the Human Rights House.
Advice on the development and implementation of the institutional business and investment plans.
Provide the support towards the finalization of the draft position paper on “The Hybrid NGOs Model”.
Organize the peer review meetings between the KHRC and other organizations under the Ford Foundation’s Financial Sustainability Programme.
Advise and support the staff members towards the development and submissions of applications, concept papers, proposals, budgets among others donor requirements.
Assist to ensure compliance with donor reporting modules and schedules-including supporting the preparation and submission of donor reports by thematic team leaders and staff members.
Ensure timely reporting and accountability in line with KHRC’s schedules and policies.
Supervise researchers, interns and other staff or human resources assigned to this project.
Undertaking other tasks and interventions as may be assigned from time to time by your immediate supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

To be successful in this role the post holder will have the following competencies:

A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, economics or other related disciplines.
A strong understanding of the donor environment in respect to human rights organizations at national and international levels.
At least 5 years’ experience working on resource mobilization or financial sustainability related issues.
Demonstrable experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods
Ability to network with or develop a broad array of partnerships with both state and non-state actors.
Demonstrable experience working with or coordinating partners with community and national levels organizations and networks.
Willing to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.

Personal Attributes & Skills

Excellent research skills and writing of donor proposals.
Communication and engagement with diverse stakeholders (government officials, national civil society partners and development partners)
Passionate and committed to human rights including respect for diversity, integrity and transparency.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player.
Results-driven, flexible, analytical and a practical problem solver.
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
Ability to fundraise and mobilize resources.

How to Apply:

If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and including daytime telephone contact and three referees, preferably your current or previous line managers to vacancies@khrc.or.ke quoting the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Deadline: 26/07/2013

Jobs at Nature Kenya - Film Maker Consultant

Job Title: Film Maker Consultant

    To research, compile, prepare and produce a 10 to 15-minute high quality DVD directed at key decision makers in the business sector. This is aimed at introducing Nature Kenya and its work and explaining how businesses can join and work with Nature Kenya.
    To research, compile, prepare and produce four one-minute high quality visual (for TV) and audio (for radio) electronic materials. This is aimed at introducing Nature Kenya to the public and explaining why they should consider joining Nature Kenya as members.

Qualities required:

    Excellence in production of electronic visual and audio marketing materials.
    Exhibits of materials will be required.

Corporate Brochure Consultant:

Research, write, compile, design, edit, produce and print a corporate brochure, in consultation with Nature Kenya staff and board. The brochure may take the form of a 15-page booklet.

Qualities required:

    Excellence in writing, design and production of print marketing materials.
    Exhibits of materials will be required.


How to Apply:
If interested please submit your CV, description of the work and fees to the Executive Director, Nature Kenya through office@naturekenya.org to reach the office by 15th January 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


Deadline: 15th Jan 2013