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Monday, June 27, 2011

United States Embassy in Nairobi Visa Assistants Jobs in Kenya

The United States Embassy has vacancies for two Visa Assistants.

The incumbent screens a high volume of cases, documentation and information from a variety of sources (public counters, National Visa Center, Department of Homeland Security, other Posts, mail and phone calls).

The incumbent organizes and tracks visa requests according to a relatively complicated set of laws and procedures so that the Consular Officer can make decisions and ensure that the legal requirements of the application have been met.

Receives work assignments and tasks according to standard operating procedures and then inputs relevant data into an established process.

The incumbent also tracks the status of Immigrant Visa cases through a computerized process, which includes printing visas, putting the visa packet together and filing accordingly and ensuring that the immigrant visa applicant receives the visa expeditiously.

The jobholder translates in Swahili and Somali for interviewing Officers in Visa cases and when providing American Citizen Services (ACS) and DHS. Inform Officers on culturally appropriate queries; assess conformity of client’s claims within religious and cultural boundaries and advice appropriately on the same.

Review all form of vernacular documentation like e-mails and letters to ascertain the existence of claimed relationships for appropriate decision making by Officers.

Assist Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU) on Somali cases requiring further questioning or follow-up.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Law, Business Management is required.
  • Four years experience in an office environment translating for the public as needed, handling administrative related duties and providing customer service is required.
  • Level IV English, Level IV Kiswahili ability is required and Level V Somali ability is also required.
  • Must have strong writing skills.
  • Must have strong computer skills in Microsoft word, Excel, and Power point.
Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should fill an Application for Employment Form found : http://nairobi.usembassy.gov/root/pdfs/emplyform.pdf
Submit application together with a detailed CV, and supporting documentation e.g. certificates via mail before July 8, 2011 to the following address:

Human Resources Office
P. O. Box 606
Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya

Trócaire NGO Job

Trócaire Horn & East Africa Regional Office seeks to recruit a qualified candidate as a Governance and Human Rights Programme Officer (PO) for South Sudan, based in Wau, South Sudan.

Trócaire is an Irish Catholic development organization, which works in solidarity with local development actors in over 27 countries throughout the developing world.

We are seeking a committed and competent PO with a proven track record of managing development programmes and building relationships with local partners.

S/He will adopt empowering management practise to deepen partnerships, improve programmes and maintain accountability in the Sudan Governance & Human Rights programme.

Reporting to the Sudan Country Representative, the person will be competent in governance, rights-based and policy work, and development through partnership.

Duties and Responsibilities
* Works closely with the Government of South Sudan and its representatives;
* Manages a portfolio of national NGOs, supporting their organisational development;
* Ensures the highest standards of programme quality and accountability;

Qualifications required
* Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in social sciences, development studies, or related field;
* Minimum of 3 years’ development experience, preferably with Sudanese organisations;
* Good knowledge of Sudan and understanding of its history;
* Proven leadership, management, inter-personal, decision-making, and analytical skills;
* Excellent communication skills in English, and/or Sudanese languages is desirable.

Terms & conditions:
The contract term will be one year renewable. Trócaire promotes equal opportunities for female professionals.

If you meet the above requirements, please submit a comprehensive and up to date CV (max 3 pages) with cover letter to the

Regional HR Officer,
Trócaire
P.O Box 66300-00800,
Nairobi

or email hr@trocaire.or.ke by Friday 1st July 2011.

ICT Support Specialist

Computerware Technologies (K)
http://www.computerware.co.ke
Position. ICT Support Specialist.

Type. Permanent
Relevant Experience. 2 Years

Experience:Practical experience of ICT hardware and operating systems

A knowledge of both general and specific ICT systems as relating to office
environments

Certifications. Preference will be given to Candidates with Professional Certifications;
Microsoft, CICSO or COMPTIA

Qualifications or Training:
A Degree in ICT or related field.
Diploma Holders with any of the above certifications are encouraged to
apply.

Practical Skills:
Confident administrator of common desktop application software
Confident administrator of common hardware and operating systems
Confident in supporting end users both on site and with prescribed remote protocols
Ability to deliver quality service whilst under pressure
Ability to communicate effectively and confidently both verbally and in writing
Ability to deal with confidential information and an understanding of data protection
Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
Analytical, Problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Personal Qualities & Attributes:
Enthusiastic and committed to the aims of the Company
A conscientious and flexible approach to work
Be willing to undertake relevant training as required
Willing to learn and grow with the daily challenges the position presents

How to Apply
Send Your Curriculum Vitae with supporting documents to
hr@computerware.co.ke before June 30 2011.
Caption your email as RE: ICT SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Kindly do not exceed 500Kb when attaching documents. An active
filter will reject your email

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

CDC Kenya Public Health Specialist (Health Information Systems) Job in Kisumu

The United States Embassy – Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Kenya has a vacancy in Kisumu for Public Health Specialist (Health Information Systems).

The incumbent will be located in Kisumu to provide technical expertise to improve health information systems in with the Ministries of Health Offices in Nyanza Province.

She/He will oversee the development and implementation of health information systems that integrate data collection, processing and reporting, including Electronic Medical Records technologies; implementation of District Health Information Systems (DHIS); and assist with other routine data systems.

S/he will support the MOH’s senior level staff and provincial/district health records and information officers on routine reporting for program monitoring and evaluation (M&E), data use and data quality.

The incumbent will support GoK and PEPFAR partners to ensure that systems developed meet national standards and can be integrated with external systems based on open standards.

S/he will also support PEPFAR partners in ensuring that the data collected by these systems can be used to improve efficiency in health service delivery, disease surveillance and timely and accurate reporting to GOK and PEPFAR.

The incumbent will also serve as the technical lead for monitoring and evaluation and health information systems strengthening activities in Nyanza Province for all HIV/AIDS and TB programs supported by CDC Kenya and its partners.

S/he will support training and mentorship of GoK and partner monitoring and evaluation officers, system developers, data managers, health records officers and other staff to ensure quality data.

In addition s/he will function as a member of the PEPFAR Strategic Information (SI) team and will oversee CDC implementing partners’ annual planning, target setting and reporting.

Requirements:
  • Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Public Health, Informatics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, mathematics, Epidemiology is required.
  • Five (5) years experience in managing health information for large programs based on advanced databases technologies of which three years should be in M&E of health programs, including quantitative measures.
  • Two years of supervisory experience or oversight of contracts/partners also required.
  • Level IV (fluent) English ability is required and Level IV Kiswahili ability also required.
  • Must possess advanced knowledge of program monitoring and evaluation strategies and techniques as well as standard knowledge of HIV/AIDS, Malaria or TB programs. Must have expert knowledge of health delivery information systems, especially the application of program management and the translation of evaluation data as it pertains to the improvement of program operations, guidelines, and policies.
  • Must have advanced knowledge of electronic mapping technology platforms and possess an ability to assess their performance.
  • Must have detailed knowledge of the health care system of Kenya.
  • Must possess advanced computer skills with experience for word processing, presentations and spreadsheets.
Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with a detailed CV and all relevant attachments via mail before June 30, 2011 to the following address:

Human Resources Office
Public Health Professional Positions
P. O. Box 606
Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya

Friday, June 17, 2011

ILRI- Assistant Program Manager

Vacancy Number: APM/BIO/06/11

Department: Bio-resource Innovations Network for Eastern Africa Development (Bio-Innovate)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2-year contract renewable

Bio-resource Innovations Network for Eastern Africa Development (Bio-Innovate) seeks to recruit a highly competent and dynamic Assistant Program Manager.

Bio-Innovate Program is a newly established multidisciplinary competitive funding mechanism, for biosciences and product oriented innovation activities in Eastern Africa, through the Bioresources Innovation Fund, supporting applications for regional, multi-disciplinary innovation projects in Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda.

The Bio-innovate Program is supported by a grant SEK 90m (USD 12m) from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). The Bio-Innovate niche is characterized by a focus on the applications of bio-resource innovations, to support sustainable growth and transformation of the agricultural and environmental sub-sectors, from primary production to value addition, while enhancing adaptability to climatic change and strengthening innovation policy.

The program has four thematic areas (crop production, adaptability and diversification; environmental protection and management; technology incubation; and bioresources innovation policy analysis), all of which are closely connected to and build on AU/NEPAD Consolidated Plan of Action for Africa’s Science and Technology.

Bio-Innovate Program will focus on delivering new products through bioscience innovation systems involving a broad range of actors, including scientists, private sector, policy makers, NGOs and other practitioners.

It will use modern biosciences to improve agriculture and conserve the environment through improving crop productivity and resilience to climate change in small-scale farming systems; improving the efficiency of the agro-processing industry to add value to local bio-resources.

The program will also develop sound policies for commercializing products from biosciences research; and investigate innovative delivery systems.

Bio-Innovate Program is managed by the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI). It is co-located on ILRI’s Nairobi campus with the BecA -ILRI Hub, a biosciences research platform that is part of AU/NEPAD’s Africa Biosciences Initiative.

Bio-Innovate Program seeks to recruit a dynamic Assistant Program Manager who will be part of a small Program Management Team and will in particular involve in ensuring that adequate program and projects management systems are established and maintained.

He/she will be responsible for providing technical backstopping to the overall Program management.

The job holder will report to the Bio-Innovate Program Manager. He/she will also closely work with relevant ILRI Departments and Units. This position will be based at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) Headquarters in Nairobi but it may require frequent travel throughout the Eastern Africa region.

Duties and responsibilities

1) Bio-Innovate Program and its Projects Management
  • Provide technical backstopping to the overall Program management;
  • Develop implementation guidelines to ensure efficient execution of Bio-Innovate projects and consortia;
  • Develop project monitoring and evaluation guidelines and participate in the monitoring and evaluation of Bio-Innovate Projects, including monitoring of milestones and in the preparation of regular technical reports;
  • Reviewing and drafting documents (e.g. progress and final technical reports, summary/briefing papers and overall Program reports) to check conformity to agreed templates and donor requirements;
  • Maintaining a tracking system to monitor project milestones and status of deliverables and providing reports to concerned parties; and
  • Preparing periodic reports to Program Manger on resource mobilization and staff time allocation, as required.
2) Support Bio-Innovate Program communication activities
  • Contribute in Program networking with relevant partners and stakeholders and ensure that Bio-Innovate Program activities are harmonized with other activities in the region. This includes actively exploring synergies of activities with other relevant partners in the region;
  • Organize Bio-Innovate events, such as technical workshops, meetings of the Technical Advisory Committee, and annual technical meetings with research for development partners;
  • Work with Principal Investigators of the Bio-Innovate Projects in six countries of eastern Africa in sourcing stories about their work for the Bio-Innovate website and e-newsletter, ensuring the accuracy of the science as well as the liveliness of the news and pictorial interest;
  • Provide training and advice to Bio-Innovate Project Principal Investigators and their research and development teams on generating appropriate communications materials to reflect the work of the Bio-Innovate Program and its partners;
  • Manage public awareness events with the media, linked with events such as the annual scientific conferences of the Bio-Innovate program and the annual technical meeting, amongst others;
  • Coordinating presentations for annual reports, annual planning and review meetings, internal/external reviews and maintain databases of projects, collaborators and donors;
  • Preparing and maintaining program web pages on internet and intranet; facilitating links with other communication functions at ILRI
  • Organizing/co-ordinating workshops/conferences.
3) Program Office Management
  • Develop and maintain an efficient filing systems and databases for print and electronic files/documents on Bio-Innovate Program activities and projects;
  • Maintain valid and accurate records pertaining to funded projects in the Bio-Innovate program thematic areas;
  • Establish and maintain a key contacts data base and email list server, including all Principal Investigators, Project team members, and other stakeholders;
  • Oversee contracting of consultants and letters of agreements with partners;
  • Establish and keep up to date a resource mobilization list of key contacts; and
  • Carry out other duties as requested by the Bio-Innovate Program Manager.
Required skills and experiences
  • MSc and above with qualifications in the field of biosciences and/or bio-policy areas;
  • Post graduate training in communications is an added advantage;
  • Minimum 3 years post Masters relevant work experiences;
  • Demonstrated skills in program and or project management at regional and/or international levels; skills for project monitoring and program management;
  • Computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and communications tools, such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop;
  • Excellent networking and coordination skills; ability to work in a multicultural environment and team building capability;
  • Multi-tasking skills, with ability to coordinate, prioritize and organize workload, meet deadlines and work under pressure;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, capacity to take initiative, demonstrate good judgment and work under minimal supervision;
  • Excellent communication skills, in written and verbal communications in English, including web based communications; knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
Terms of appointment:

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only.

The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. ILRI offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package.

Applications addressed to the Human Resources Director, a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience should be emailed to: bioinnovate.recruit@cgiar.org by 29 June 2011.

The position title and reference number “ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER: APM/BIO/06/11” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

IT Intern - Africa Point

Africa Point is an online travel agent that does business through a multi-service travel portal specializing in Africa travel services including hotel, flights, rental cars, safari and tour bookings for various destinations in Africa including Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Ethiopia, Uganda, Seychelles, Mauritius, Botswana, Namibia, and Egypt.

Being a pioneering online travel agent in the region, Africa Point endeavors to aim for growth, taking advantage of experience and a leading role in the online African travel market.

The Company is offering a 3 month Information Technology Internship

This is an an unpaid internship with travel expenses being catered for and it is an opportunity to work as part of the Online Marketing / Information Technology teams , learning from the teams and gaining industry experience while working on extremely exciting assignments.

Minimum Requirements

Recently Graduated Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree student in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related discipline.

Other Requirements:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Good planning, co-ordination and execution skills;
  • Excellent analytical and research skills, and particularly good with research work on the Internet.
  • Must be creative, self motivated, and able to move at a fast past environment.
  • Deep passion for Social Media is a MUST
Application Procedure:

Qualified candidates are invited to send their CV and cover letter to careers@africapoint.com on or before 22nd June 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Website: www.africapoint.com

NMC NETWORK SURVEILLANCE-SHIFT TECHNICIAN REF: TECHNICAL_NMC-NS-ST_JUNE 2011

Reporting to the Shift Support Team Manager; the holder of the position will ensure proper monitoring and detection of faults in the entire network coupled with timely and correct escalation to the various maintenance teams so as to meet the set network KPI’S.

Key Responsibilities

  • Network element fault identification, diagnosis, reporting, follow-up & fault clearance;
  • Proper fault escalation and network updates;
  • Perform proper reaction time for faults in the network;
  • Conduct proper 1st level fault clearance;
  • Control of works orders execution and ensure network quality;
  • NMC daily reports.

Minimum requirements

  • University degree in electrical/electronics with a bias in telecommunications;
  • Excellent communication and strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
  • Analytical skills, a team player, results oriented;
  • Must have a flexible attitude to working times or arrangements;
  • Must have a passion for serving others.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. The deadline for application is 20th June 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

SENIOR NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR REF: IT_SNA_JUNE_2011

Reporting to the Principal Network Administrator, the job holder will be provide technical expertise and support to Safaricom in the field of local and wide are network administration and design.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

  • Manage of all active and non active network components;
  • Advises on the communications requirements of installed and planned networked information systems and carry out surveys to establish network connection requirements;
  • Implement and maintain system standards and procedures on network related issues;
  • Review the network traffic, performance and quality of service provided by the network;
  • Collect routine network load statistics, model performance, and create reports as required;
  • Specify and deploy enterprise network both for voice and non-voice and wiring;
  • Liaise with other departments to deliver cross team projects and harmonized IT operations;
  • Install, configure and upgrade the internal network and data center infrastructure for effective use;
  • Monitor, administer and maintain network security;
  • Use network management tools to investigate, diagnose and resolve network problems within service level agreements;
  • Conduct proper documentation inventory of the network hardware and software.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

  • Bachelor of Science in degree in Computer Science , Information Technology , Mathematics, physics
  • CCNP/CCIP and CCSE/CCSP are desired certification qualifications;
  • WAN/LAN interconnect working experience;
  • 5 years in networks: managing a network of 3000+ users;
  • Knowledge of Cisco IOS and proficiency in a wide range of networking LAN/WAN products and technologies including but not limited MPLS, MPLS VPN etc
  • Attention to details and analytical thinking;
  • Good communication and project management skills.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. The deadline for application is 20th June 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

FIELD OFFICER Nyando-Kisumu-Marsabit

CARE International in Kenya is looking for a suitable individual to fill the following positions within its Community Savings and Loans (COSALO) and Banking on Change (BOC) Project based in Nyando.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Field Officer will work directly with the Franchisees, Faith Based Organizations (FBOs) and the Community Based Trainers (CBTs)/Village Agents (VA) to promote the Group Savings and Loan (GS&L) methodology. The incumbent will assist clients to create a savings culture, determine credit needs, ensure prompt training delivery for effective savings mobilization, track loan portfolio performance, provide periodic portfolio information, closely monitor the quality of GS&L groups and trainings, and monitor the effectiveness and efficiency of each delivery channel.

Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters, clearly indicating reference numbers on the subject line, together with a detailed C.V with three professional referees and daytime telephone contacts by 20th May, 2011 to The Human Resources & Development Manager, CARE International in Kenya. Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

For further details on minimum requirements and full job descriptions, Click Here

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Ab Initio Pilot Trainee

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 of high integrity
  • Must posses strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
  • Must be medically fit with good eyesight
  • Keen to learn under a very demanding environment.

Please note that wewill NOTPROGRESS with applicants who do not meet the minimum requirementsor 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.

Applicants who have unsuccessfully undergone the Ab initio interview process between January 2009 and December 2010 will NOT be considered in this selection process, and their applications will be barred.

Please note that no paper application will be considered.

Apply at Kenya-airways

Intern - Information Systems - Kenya Airways

Thank you for your interest in the Kenya Airways Intern Program. Up to 3 Month internships are available in most of the Kenya Airways business units - including Finance, Ground Services, Commercial, Technical, Human Resources, Information Systems, and Flight Operations.

The internship will offer you a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in your chosen field and develop the skills to provide you with an advantage in the job market. In addition, you will gain real business experience in a leading company that is trully the Pride of Africa.

Please note that it is Kenya Airways policy that applicants should only apply once for a position on the Internship Program.

Brief Description

The purpose of the Program is to provide an opportunity for university and college students to become familiar with the operations of Kenya Airways, and to acquire work experience at the professional level through on-the-job training during vacations before resuming your studies

Detailed Description

Internship opportunities are available in most areas of the company. During the internship, students are placed in one of the departments or units of Kenya Airways and, to the extent possible, are given assignments relevant to their current studies. Before the end of the program, the interns must submit a brief report about their experience in Kenya Airways and provide ideas and suggestions that can help improve the Program in future years.

Job Requirements

To be eligible for the Kenya Airways Internship Program, you must be:

A citizen of kenya or one of the Kenya Airways Office Locations you want to join the internship program.

A student pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate level degree (Bachelor’s, Master's, Doctorate, or an equivalent level degree); in an accredited university,

who will continue his/her graduate studies or graduate right after the period of the internship.

Candidates hired in the past by Kenya Airways Internship Program do not qualify.

How To Apply


Kenya Airways only accepts online applications for internships. Please ensure that you create your account and update your account details before applying for internship. We will not consider your application if it is incomplete, or if it contains false or inaccurate information. making duplicate applications will also make your application invalid.

Application Deadlines:

For the January - March program, applications are due by December 15

For the April - June program, applications are due by March 15

For the July - September program, applications are due by June 15.

For the October - December program applications are due by September 15


apply at kenyaairways

Enterprise Risk Manager

PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their clients. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

We are seeking to strengthen our Advisory services by recruiting a qualified professional to fill the position of an Enterprise Risk manager within the Technology department.

Key Responsibilities will include working with clients in areas of:

  • Risk assessment and response
  • Risk Awareness and monitoring
  • Quality assurance

The role requires an individual with 5-7 years experience and exposure in corporate risk governance and controls, corporate risk management processes, internal audit planning and internal audit structuring in preferably a professional firm. The individual must have knowledge in:

  • Developing risk management strategies and framework for clients
  • Establishing risk mitigation action plans for clients
  • Have a consulting background
  • Demonstrable leadership skills and experience in leading projects and diverse teams

You will need to have a degree in a relevant field (business/commerce) and a professional qualification or certification in risk.

If you are keen on your career, visit us at www.pwc.com/ke/careers and apply online.

Aiircraft Maintenance Engineer- ASL Limited

1.Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

(a) Dash 8
  • Must have a degree or a Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering
  • Have category ‘’A’’ and ‘’C’’ (Aeroplane and Gas turbine engines) Engineers license or Category ‘X’ Avionics
  • Have a minimum of three years experience.
  • Certifying Engineer on the Dash 8 and PW 120 series.
  • Must be willing to work outside Kenya on rotation.
(b) B1900, King Air, Caravan

  • Must have a degree or a Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering.
  • Must have at least type rating on their license for the B 1900, King Air, Caravan and PT6A series.
  • Minimum three (3) years experience
  • Must be willing to work outside Kenya on rotation.
2. Technical Records Officers
  • Must have a degree or a Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering
  • 3 years experience on Tech Records and Planning Departments
  • Conversant with KCAR regulations.
Minimum Qualifications

If you meet the above qualifications and are looking for an exciting career, please send your hand written and signed Application accompanied by copies of certificates and testimonials and a comprehensive CV to the following addresses:-

Human Resources Manager
ALS Limited
P O Box 41937 – 00100
Nairobi

E-mail address: hr@als.co.ke

So as to reach not later than 24th June 2011
 

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