Shop Attendants, vacancy in Kenya, East Africa Jobs,

 Position Title: Shop Attendants,Jobs in Kenya 2014, East Africa Jobs,

Primary Location:Nairobi,Kenya

Education Level:  Diploma / certificate  

Experience :N/A

Industry: Beauty Products

Brief Compony Profile:

Our client, a leading Distributor, Wholesaler and Retailer of healthy nutritional supplements and products in the East African region seeks to recruit Shop Attendants to man their stores across the Region.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

·         Responsible for the assigned shelves and stocks on them

·         Serving customers at the shelf with appropriate information and pleasant attitude.

·         Manage all necessary stocks and control damages and expiries for efficient sales at all times.

·         Note and forward all customer queries and information requirements to the appropriate staff or personnel within the store.

·         Bring to notice all errors at the shelf to the manager and rectify all systems which need to be in order.

·         Effective marketing of products on offer, expires, slow moving stocks, etc.

·         Maintain shelf labeling where necessary, and monitor movement and advice appropriately.

·         Give suggestions on order levels for re-order to the purchasing attendant and thereby avoid over-stocking and stock outs.

·         Maintain pleasant attitude and manners with the customers and other staff at all times.

·         Responsible for all prices / price-changes which affect the products at any time.

·         Maintain cleanliness of the shop and help to organize and display items appropriately.

·         Develop personal skills and capability through on-going training, as provided by the company or elsewhere subject to company approval.

Skills and Qualifications

·         Diploma/ certificate holders in Marketing or any business related course.

·         Experience in sales and marketing will be an added advantage.

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·         Confident, presentable and an aggressive sales person.

·         Highly motivated self-starter who can operate well with minimal supervision.

How To apply:

 send your CV and cover letter to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before 30th April, 2014.

Grants Writer, vacancy in Kenya at African Development Solutions, Jobs in East Africa,

Position Title: Grants Writer

Organization: Adeso : African Development Solutions

Position Title: Grants Writer

Reporting to: Director, Program Development and Quality Unit

Working with: Program Development and Quality Team, Country Directors, Field Program Managers, Fundraising Team

Program/ Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: One year, Renewable

Starting Salary: International Grade E: Net Salary of $42,000 - $46,308 annually plus other competitive benefits

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Adeso is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization. At Adeso, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. At present, Adeso has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.

Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare and submit grant proposals to institutional donors; ensuring the submission of timely, accurate and high quality reports for all ongoing Adeso projects; and training Adeso staff in report and proposal writing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Write, review and edit institutional donor grant proposals, including conducting background research where required.

· Assist with other fundraising projects as requested (e.g. to trusts and foundations).

· Maintain current records in electronic and paper files, including grant tracking and reporting.

· Develop a sound understanding of Adeso’s institutional history, competencies and programs.

· Assist with the identification and vetting of potential partner organizations during the proposal development process.

· Maintain and monitor the grant reporting database for all ongoing Adeso projects.

· Maintain a proposal development calendar to ensure timely submission of letters of inquiry/concept notes and proposals.

· Assist with the management of external consultants providing inputs to proposal development.

· Work closely with field staff in developing and transforming ideas into grant proposals.

· Assist with editing and quality control of external outputs from projects (e.g. donor narrative reports, baseline surveys, evaluation reports, etc).

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL

· Bachelor’s Degree in international development, social science or other relevant subject.

· Minimum 3 years directly relevant experience.

· Track record of successful non-profit fundraising/proposal development.

· Experience working in deadline-driven environments.

· Able to work well in a team environment, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

· Meticulous attention to detail.

· Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect for diversity.

· Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals.

· Strong editing skills.

· Willingness to travel occasionally, in particular within the region (security permitting).

DESIRABLE

· Certificate in Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL).

· Prior experience of training and capacity building of staff.

· Knowledge of the donor funding environment in the region.

APPLICATION PROCECESS

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org, quoting the position in the email subject matter, by 25th April 2014.

Each application should be addressed to the Regional Human Resources Manager and include the following:

· An updated CV; and

· An application letter which should include cover letter, remuneration requirements and contact information for three work-related referees.

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Adeso Headquarters – Kenya

P.O. Box 70331-00400

Nairobi, Kenya

M: +(254) 710 607 378

T: +(254) 20 800 0881

info@adesoafrica.org

Adeso – USA

1250 24th Street NW, Suite 300

Washington, DC 20037

M: +1 (202) 510-4137

T: + 1 (202) 467-8348

info.usa@adesoafrica.org

Adeso – UK

CAN Mezzanine 49-51 East Road

London E1 6AH

T: + 442072508269

M: +44 7745 034395

info.uk@adesoafrica.org

Programme Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation, vacancies in Kenya at The World Food Programme (WFP), Jobs in East Africa

Position title: Programme Officer, Monitoring  Evaluation

Organisation: The World Food Programme (WFP)

Employment Type: Full time

Primary Location: Nairobi ,Kenya.

Closing date:30th April 2014)

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide.

The WFP Kenya Office is currently looking for qualified candidate to fill the position of Programme Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation, to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

The position is open to qualified Kenyan candidates.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications ONLY, according to the following procedures:

Go to: i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/14-0015031

Step 1: Create your online CV

Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application.

Note: You must complete Step 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

If you have any queries relating to this VA, please send them to: nairobi.hr@wfp.org

WFP is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge fees from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Administration Assistant vacancy in Kenya at Emerald Security Services Ltd, Jobs in East Africa,

Position Title: Administration Assistant

Organisation:Emerald Security Services Ltd

Primary Location: Nairobi

Brief Company Profile:

Emerald Security Services Ltd works towards bridging the gaps within Private Security Industry.

Security is the key element to every business enterprise whether upcoming or existing, middle or large.As a result of increasing security threats across the region, the current economic climate and importantly the increased awareness on personal security there is need for seamless security solutions.

Consequently, Emerald is geared towards providing solutions to the problems faced by organizations during their business execution.Therefore we wish to recruit an Administration Assistant to be based in Nairobi Branch.

General Duties & Responsibilities:

·             Attend to all phone calls, direct incoming calls and respond to all inquiries.

·             Maintain an electronic and manual diary/calendar of the organization.

·             Receive all visitors and ensure they are all assisted accordingly.

·             Order and maintain office supplies.

·             Record all incoming and outgoing mails and packages in the records book.

·             Maintain stationery supplies and coordinating deliveries.

·             Closely monitor time attendance of staff and make follow ups where needed.

·             Preparing meeting minutes, meeting notes and internal support materials.

·             Prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, drafts and emails.

·             Liaise and follow-up on clients, suppliers of various services and continuously update the status of the tasks undertaken. This includes following up on business licenses, work permits etc.

·             Other duties assigned by your superior.

Qualifications:

·         |   Certificate/Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent.

·             Secretarial studies will be an added advantage.

·             Preferably a Lady (Below 27 years)

·             Having worked in a security firm will be an added advantage.

·             Able to handle administrative activities with ease.

·             Able to prepare presentations.

·             Able to work long hours with minimum supervision.

·             Able to work independently.

·             MUST be Computer Literate.

How to apply:

Send your CV and Application letter ONLY to:-Head of Human Resource,Emerald Security Services Ltd,Nairobi.Via Email: hr@emeraldsecurity.co.ke not later than 25th April 2014.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.