For over 45 years and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has
empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the
global economy.
Based in Washington,
D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit
international development organization that delivers technical and management
assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development,
community development and food security in order to promote broad-based
economic growth and vibrant civil society.
ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 97 projects in 38
countries and revenues of over $140 million.
Receptionist
Receptionist
Nairobi,
Kenya
We are currently seeking a Receptionist for the Resilience
and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) project,
funded by USAID.
This project will identify, integrate and sustain
humanitarian investments that prove to be effective in sustainably increasing
resilience and reducing the need for recurrent humanitarian assistance, and to
build on these investments to accelerate sustainable economic growth.
The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an inclusive livestock
value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and stimulates economic
growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Act as representative of the REGAL-AG office by greeting and
addressing visitors in a polite and welcoming manner
Maintain reception area by ensuring REGAL-AG promotional
materials and general area is free of litter and orderly in appearance
Receive and respond to telephone communications
Contribute to event planning as requested, such as by
preparing a list of invitees/participants
Maintain the conference room reservation scheduling on behalf
of the REGAL-AG office
Maintain the daily sign-in sheet at the front desk; updating
calendar to advise staff on absences, field travel, and training participation
Distribute incoming mail and faxes to recipients promptly
Ensure that key newspapers/subscriptions are purchased and
available based on budget provided
Provide scanning, photocopying, and other overflow
administrative support as requested
Ensure appropriate coverage at the main desk to ensure the
overall security within the REGAL-AG office
Perform other duties as assigned/requested by the Office and
Logistics Manager or senior staff
As the “face” of ACDI/VOCA Kenya and the REGAL-AG project,
the receptionist is expected to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
at all times.
Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of two years office work experience as
receptionist or in a similar administrative position
Diploma certificate in Information Technology (IT),
secretarial or Public relations is required
Ability to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other database
software
Excellent writing and reporting skills in English required
Can effectively communicate in English
Ability to multi-task with minimal direction and or
instructions
To be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your
resume to REGALAG@joinav.org.
Please include the position title in the subject
line.
No phone calls please.
Only finalists contacted.
Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
EOE.
Please apply by close of business, August 24, 2012.
Office and Logistics Manager
Nairobi, Kenya
We are currently seeking an Office and Logistics Manager for
the Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth
(REGAL-AG) project, funded by USAID.
This project will identify, integrate and sustain
humanitarian investments that prove to be effective in sustainably increasing
resilience and reducing the need for recurrent humanitarian assistance, and to
build on these investments to accelerate sustainable economic growth.
The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an inclusive livestock
value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and stimulates economic
growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Support the COP in the daily management of office operations
including but not limited to, human resources, procurement, grants management,
office administration, and monitoring the timely submission of reports.
Ensure that administrative, operations and procurement
functions are in compliance with ACDI/VOCA’s Employee Personnel Manual (EPM),
Procurement Manual, USAID rules and regulations, and applicable Kenyan law;
prepare required documentation of such
Ensure effective coordination between administrative,
operations support and program staff
Ensure efficient organization and execution of events,
conferences, workshops, large general meetings, including preparation and
dissemination of background documents, arrangements for lodging, catering,
minute-taking, equipment use, etc.
Contribute to program reporting, monitoring, and support the
COP in the coordination of the REGAL-AG program and finance team
Maintain organized and accurate records including the
submission of payment requests for general invoices, publication payments, and
expense reports
Supervise the receptionist and drivers
Act as liaison for outside vendors, including IT
troubleshooting and office equipment setup
Assist with setup for new staff members to ensure smooth
orientation
Address general mail deliveries for the Kenya office,
including invoices, requests for information, etc.
Monitor office equipment and maintain supply levels, submit
supply order requests as needed
Ensure kitchen area is cleanly maintained and stocked
Ensure efficient management and maintenance of office
assets, facilities, IT, security, etc.
Maintain and reconcile timesheets
Qualifications:
Minimum of bachelor’s degree in management or related field
is required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing office
operations and demonstrated understanding of and experience with USAID policy
and procedures
Strong oral and written communication skills in English is
required
Good problem solver, self-starter, creative and innovative,
good communication, leadership and reporting skills required
Experience working in Kenya agricultural development
programs is highly preferred
IT compliant or training in IT is highly recommended.
To be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your
resume toREGALAG@joinav.org.
Please include the position title in the subject
line.
No phone calls please.
Only finalists contacted.
Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
EOE.
Please apply by close of business, August 24, 2012.
Financial Services Specialist
Nairobi, Kenya
We are currently seeking a Financial Services Specialist for
the Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth
(REGAL-AG) project, funded by USAID.
This project will identify, integrate and sustain
humanitarian investments that prove to be effective in sustainably increasing
resilience and reducing the need for recurrent humanitarian assistance, and to
build on these investments to accelerate sustainable economic growth.
The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an inclusive livestock
value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and stimulates economic
growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Design and implement activities that support and improve the
demand and supply side of value chain finance to increase the competitiveness
of livestock-related value chains
Design and implement activities in the financial services
sector that will increase the competitiveness of livestock-related value
chains, and actors within those value chains
Collaborate with institutions in the financial sector
engaged in agriculture (particularly livestock) lending to strengthen existing
programs and provide support for new programs and products.
Establish linkages with relevant institutions in Kenya’s
financial sector and pursue opportunities where project support can improve
their investments and operations in the agricultural and particularly livestock
sector
Provide technical assistance to value chain actors to
enhance existing, and launch new financial products and services
Form strategic partnerships that expand the outreach of
financial institutions to underserved markets in the target areas
Assess the impact of financial products, strategic
partnerships and pilot efforts and make adjustments as needed
Address obstacles to credit faced by women
Qualifications:
Solid understanding of best practices in MSME finance,
including agricultural finance and credit delivered by value chain actors
At least seven years’ experience working in or consulting in
the commercial financial services sector with experience in agribusiness (and
particularly livestock) lending a plus
Experience in developing and implementing new rural
financial products, including experience with market research techniques,
piloting new products, promoting strategic alliances and monitoring results
Experience with financial education, informal finance,
understanding saving groups, microinsurance and mobile banking preferred.
Minimum of a Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics or a
related field, and MA preferred.
To be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your
resume to REGALAG@joinav.org.
Please include the position title in the subject
line.
No phone calls please.
Only finalists contacted.
Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
EOE.
Please apply by close of business, August 24, 2012.
Driver
Nairobi, Kenya
We are currently seeking a driver for the Resilience and
Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) project, funded
by USAID.
This project will identify, integrate and sustain
humanitarian investments that prove to be effective in sustainably increasing
resilience and reducing the need for recurrent humanitarian assistance, and to
build on these investments to accelerate sustainable economic growth.
The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an inclusive livestock
value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and stimulates economic
growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Determine safe and efficient driving routes for
transportation of personnel and goods
Assist with daily business errands and the photocopying of
office documents
Maintain accurate vehicle logs
Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of program vehicles
Assist with the delivery of documents and receipt of
procurements into the office
Perform other duties as assigned by the Office and Logistics
Manager and senior staff
Strict compliance with ACDI/VOCA Employee Policy Manual,
particularly regarding:
Security Procedures
Use of a Cell Phone/PDA while Driving
Vehicle usage policy
Qualifications:
Driver’s license and clean driving record
At least two (2) years of experience in a similar occupation
Experience with USAID project procedures, policies and
compliance requirements are highly preferred
Fluency in English required
To be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your
resume to REGALAG@joinav.org.
Please include the position title in the subject
line.
No phone calls please.
Only finalists contacted.
Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
EOE.
Please apply by close of business, August 24, 2012.
Accountant
Nairobi, Kenya
We are currently seeking an accountant for the Resilience
and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands - Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) project,
funded by USAID.
This project will identify, integrate and sustain
humanitarian investments that prove to be effective in sustainably increasing
resilience and reducing the need for recurrent humanitarian assistance, and to
build on these investments to accelerate sustainable economic growth.
The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an inclusive livestock
value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and stimulates economic
growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Oversee financial transactions and activities including the
accounting of funds, disbursements and expenditures
Prepare accounting vouchers (payment and journal) and ensure
that all supporting documentation (invoices and receipts) are attached
Review payments and verify that every release of funds is
backed-up by supporting documents (e.g. pro-format invoices, bills) and has
been authorized before submitting to Chief of Party (COP) or other authorized
signatory
Record journal entries in the QuickBooks accounting system
and ensure that all financial transactions are properly coded according to the
ACDI/VOCA chart of accounts
Process fund requests and internally control fund use and
amounts paid using appropriate checks and controls
Verify timesheets collected, filled out and checked by human
resources/administrative manager in terms of leave records, updating accrued
leave and travel advances
Review and verify cash disbursements from petty cash
Prepare payroll payments for local employees, including
calculating, withholding and recording all applicable income taxes and other
social payments based on Kenyan tax rules and other ACDI/VOCA discretionary
benefits
Coordinate closely with the Finance/Office Managers in the
Marsabit and Garissa offices, compiling their monthly financial statements with
the Nairobi office, and facilitating bank advances, if necessary
Monitor financial compliance with ACDI/VOCA and USAID
requirements
Notify the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and/or COP in
writing about any concerns, risks or misuse of resources and report any
illegitimate expenses, misuse of funds or other false financial claims
Keep all sensitive REGAL-AG program financial information
confidential
Perform other duties as assigned by the CFO
Qualifications:
CPA (K) and Master’s degree in accounting or related field is
an added advantage.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in financial
management or equivalent
Sufficient knowledge of accounting standards and government
of Kenya tax laws and regulations
Good administrative and organizational skills; record
keeping and filing systems.
Good problem solver, self-starter, creative and innovative,
good communication, leadership and reporting skills
Experience with USAID project procedures, policies and
compliance requirements are highly preferred
A strong command of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, QuickBooks
and other relevant computer applications
Fluency in English required
To be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your
resume to REGALAG@joinav.org.
Please include the position title in the subject line.
No phone calls please.
Only finalists contacted.
Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
EOE.
Please apply by close of business, August 24, 2012.
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