Research Assistant at The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Job Title: Research Assistant

Organisation: The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries.

ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.

CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations.


How to Apply

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.

All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com before 3rd January, 2014.

Only online applications will be considered, and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To find out more about ILRI visit our website at http://www.ilri.org

ILRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Closing date: 3rd Jan 2014

Legal Intern at Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP) in Kenya

Job Title: Legal Intern

Organisation: Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP),

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting Legal Counsel with drafting of all legal correspondences and documents for clients on behalf of WRAP.
• Filing documents that are related to legal matters on behalf of WRAP Clients
• Be involved in court attendance and attending to clients who come to WRAP in search of legal aid and advice.
• Undertaking arbitration/reconciliation and mediations when need arises
• When need arises undertake fact finding missions to verify facts on matters where WRAP intends to intervene.
• Participate and attend workshops/ seminars and other networking meetings on behalf of wrap when called upon to do so.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Law or should be in the final year of completion in the University.
• Computer literate
• Good communication and report writing skills
• Organized and good analytical skills
• Have the ability to multi task.

How to Apply:

If you meet these requirements please send your detailed resume indicating the position you are applying for and expected salary, addressed to:

Chairperson
Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP)
P.O. Box 3006-00200
Nairobi.

Email address: wrapkenya@hotmail.com

Availability: Immediate.

Closing date: 31st Dec 2013

Social Worker Jobs in Kenya at Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP)

Job Title: Social Worker

Organisation: Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP),

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

Responsibilities:
• Carrying out need assessment for WRAP clients i.e. emotional and psychological needs
• Attending to walk-in clients, accompany clients to hospitals, children’s department, courts, outings etc
• Conducting follow ups, home visits, resettlement and reintegration for WRAP Clients
• Participating in community outreach programmes to sensitize the community on the rights and welfare of women and children
• Participate in seminars, workshops, conferences on issues related to the rights of children and women
• Writing monthly reports about the activities carried out

Qualifications:

Education:

• Diploma in Social work or Community Development from a reputable institution.
• Knowledge in basic counseling an added advantage

Experience:  

• At least 2 years experience in community work.
• Professional experience working with National/International organization/ NGO and experience in child rights and women empowerment.
• Knowledge in community psychosocial based support.
• Fluency in Kiswahili and English (written and spoken)
• Personal Attributes
• High level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
• Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills.
• Able to work in a team with minimal supervision


How to Apply:

If you meet these requirements please send your detailed resume indicating the position you are applying for and expected salary, addressed to:

Chairperson
Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP)
P.O. Box 3006-00200
Nairobi.

Email address: wrapkenya@hotmail.com

Availability: Immediate.

Closing date: 31st Dec 2013

Planning Officer II Careers in Kenya at National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Title: Planning Officer II (Monitoring & Evaluation)

Job Ref: NHC/POME/12/2013

Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

The planning Officer II M & E will be responsible for monitoring, control and evaluation of the Corporations strategic plan and performance contract implementation, preparation of quarterly reports of organizations performance to the Board, management and the performance contracting offices/he will also be responsible for monitoring and evaluation of Corporate projects and programmes and maintenance of the NHC Quality Management System.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelors degree in Economics, Mathematics, Planning, Statistics or equivalent
• A Post graduate diploma in Urban or Project Planning Management Six (6) years experience in area of planning and/or urban development
• Computer literate
• 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

Assistant Estates Officer at National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Title: Assistant Estates Officer

Job Ref: NHC/AEO/12/2013

Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

The Assistant Estates Officer will be responsible for estates management duties related to preparation of letters of offer and leases, estates administration, Rent collection and enforcements in rental schemes, opening of accounts for new tenants, Updating and administration of asset register of
NHC properties countrywide.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor of Land Economics degree from a recognised University or equivalent
• Three (3) years experience in Estates, Housing and property management
• Computer Literate
• 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

Estates Officer 1 Jobs in Kenya at National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Title: Estates Officer 1

Job Ref: NHC/EO1/12/2013

Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

The Estates Officer 1 will be responsible for undertaking feasibility studies to determine project viability carry out market surveys and studies on comparative rents, property market prices and advises management accordingly among other functions.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Land Economics degree from a recognised University or equivalent
• A Post graduate Diploma in Housing / Estates or property management
• Six (6) years experience in Estates and property management
• Registered with ISK or VEMS for a minimum of 3 years
• Computer Literate
• 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

Senior Estates Officer at National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Title: Senior Estates Officer

Job Ref: NHC/SEO/12/2013

Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

The Senior Estates Officer will be responsible for advising Management on Letting and allocation of rental, commercial, mortgage and tenant purchase schemes, rent determination and collection as well as accounting in collaboration with Finance Division.

The officer will oversee negotiation and supervision of service contracts approved by Management among other duties.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Land Economics degree or equivalent from a recognised University and
• A Post graduate Diploma in Housing /Property! Estates Management
• Nine (9) years experience in Estates or property management
• Registered as a full member with ISK, VEMS/Builders Board for minimum 6 years
• Computer Literate
• 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