Financial Controller - GOAL SUDAN

Job Ref	076-SS
Job Title	Financial Controller
Job Type	Contract
Location	South Sudan
Salary	Not disclosed
Description
Job Title Financial Controller Job Location  Based in Juba with some travel to programme sites and Nairobi General Description of the Programme: GOAL South Sudan (SS) started working in Twic County in 1998, running an emergency relief project due to a famine throughout Bahr el Ghazal state.  GOAL SS now runs public health programmes in Twic, Agok, Baliet and Maban. Public health activities include curative primary health care, based on the management of primary health clinics; preventative health care including HIV/AIDS messaging, malaria control and hygiene promotion; nutrition and food security, water and sanitation engineering and clinic construction/rehabilitation. General Description of the Role: Working in a challenging and dynamic environment, the Financial Controller is responsible for the financial management, internal control systems, management of funds, and reporting requirements of the organisation. In particular the successful candidate will ensure timely submission of required donors reports, monthly management accounts to GOAL Dublin, statutory reports and other ad hoc reporting to relevant authorities, as well budget preparation and monitoring of the programme. As a key member of the senior management team, the Financial Controller will contribute to the overall development and running of the country programme. Key Duties:  Ensure proper financial systems are in place and implemented to record and report field and head office expenditure; Ensure compliance with accounting procedures and policies and actively monitor internal controls to minimize risk to the organization. In particular ensure appropriate cash management procedures are in place and operating effectively; Ensure preparation and retention of documentation to facilitate the annual external audit, donor audits, internal audits and revenue audits; Oversee all cash management, including cash counts and cash transfers to field sites; In cooperation with the Programmes & Logistics team ensure that GOAL South Sudan is in compliance with all relevant donor and internal guidelines; Ensure cost allocations basis among donors are reasonable; Review monthly management accounts including donor status reporting for submission to GOAL Head Office, Dublin, adhering to strict deadlines; Review financial reporting to donors and other regulatory bodies, adhering to strict deadlines; Review the financial sections of donor proposals, budgets and reports; Review GOAL annual and quarterly rolling budgets; Monitor and assist with the financial management of programme budgets including expenditure forecasting; Maintain and keep updated South Sudan Finance Manual, including a summarized and simplified finance and logistics manual for use by project managers and other field based staff; Provide support to the HR Manager on personnel and staff issues which have financial implications; Oversee training and capacity building of locally recruited accounts staff Requirements: Qualified accountant. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent At least five year experience with at least 1 of these overseas. At least 2 years at a senior management level Experience in dealing with institutional donors such as OFDA, ECHO, EC, UN grants and DFID Excellent interpersonal, motivational and management skills Excellent analytical and writing skills; Strong experience liaising with governmental/local authorities and other NGO’s. Reporting to:                     Country Director Contract Length:              12 Months Start Date:                       ASAP This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available.  GOAL reserves the right to change this document. Unfortunately GOAL cannot contribute to financial costs incurred when attending interview.

Procurement Officer - KEMI

The Kenya Education Management Institute (KEMI) is the capacity building agency of the Ministry of Education.
The Institute is seeking to recruit suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill in the following vacant position.
JOB GROUP “J” (1 POST) KEMI/ HR/2/11/2013
Gross Salary Kshs. 35,652.00
Key responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior Supplies Chain Management Assistant, Officer’s role will be to:

• Preparation and implementation of organizational procurement plan.
• Ensure adherence to Procurement Act and Regulations.
• Facilitate in collaboration with other departments timely procurement of goods and services.
• Ensure appropriate maintenance of re-order levels of goods.
• Update records of new assets acquired for purpose of insurance.
• Prepare and carry out Board of survey as and when required.
• Carry out price comparisons and ensure purchase of goods and service as per specifications in line with the public procurement regulations.
• Ensure adherence to procedure of QMS.
• Secretary to the tender committee.
• Follow through on all the procedures-sourcing quotation, summary bid analysis.
• Maintain close communication with the vendor as to the delivery schedule.
• All other duties as may be assigned by Management.

Requirements

• A KCSE Mean grade C with a minimum of C- in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its recognized equivalent qualification from KNEC.
• Diploma in Supplies Management (Foundation Stage) or its equivalent from recognized Institution.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a comparable and relevant position.
• Should be proficient in computer use and its application in relevant area
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent in basic Computer packages MS Office suite and relevant finance related packages.

Application: Please apply online through the email address .

Only candidates who meet the set criteria for each position should submit their applications with:

1. Updated CVs 2) Details of their day time contacts 3) notice period required to take up appointment 4) name and contact of three referees while at the same time attaching copies of all certificates, to be emailed on or before 29^th March 2013. All emails should have the respective job reference number clearly marked.

KEMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing shall lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted

Director/Chief Executive,
Kenya Education Management Institute (KEMI),
P.O. Box 62592-00200
Nairobi, Kenya  

IT Officer - sasahost

Sasahost Limited is a dedicated web hosting company with offices in Karen, Nairobi. We offer Linux web hosting, domain registration, web design and search engine optimization.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about helping customers, resolving issues and queries, ideally with the ability to review and understand PHP code to be able to troubleshoot more advanced cases as effectively as possible. One who is also able to develop websites and/or web applications.

Requirements:

•Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or BBIT
•Positive attitude and strong work ethics
•Ability to adapt and pick up new techniques and technology quickly
•Attention to detail
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Must be self motivated
•Ability to work individually or in a team to beat tight deadlines, and ability to multi task
•A minimum of 1 year experience in developing websites and/or web applications
•Be proficient in Joomla, Wordpress, Drupal and any other content management systems
•Have experience in hand coding Joomla templates from scratch including CSS and JavaScript
•Be proficient in PHP, JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, jQuery and AJAX.
•Have good web design skills and a portfolio of professionally done designs
•Have strong database knowledge including MySQL and MS SQL Server – knowledge of scripts/troubleshooting
•Be proficient with Apache configurations/scripts/troubleshooting
•Be proficient in Adobe CS 5-6, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks, Flash, etc…
•Strong knowledge in SEO
  
How to apply
Apply preferrably by email,with a short covering note of your suitability,quoting current and expected salary attaching your CV with copies of relevant certifications to Info@sasahost.co.ke 

Elementary Music Teacher

Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher
The International School of Kenya is seeking to employ an experienced and qualified Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher. The teacher's primary responsibility is to ensure the success of each student as detailed in the ISK mission, vision and student aims. Teaching load may include teaching sections of Pre-kindergarten to fifth grade i.e. 4-11 year olds. The teacher should be able to provide for the individual learning needs of each pupil by using varied teaching techniques and building music appreciation. Additionally the teacher will be expected to participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees and fulfill supervision duties as assigned.
The ideal person will be a collaborative member of the Arts Department with:

• Bachelor's degree, teaching certification and a minimum of two years relevant teaching experience.
• Only applicants that have elementary school music qualifications, training and experience need apply.
• Experience as elementary general music teacher with background in instrumental music also required.
• Strong organizational skills.
• An ability to motivate and inspire students.
• An appreciation of, and appreciation for learners of all abilities in the elementary age group (4–10).
• A passionate commitment to ISK's Mission, Vision and Educational Aims.

Reports To: Elementary School Principal
Scope of Responsibilities:
The teacher’s primary responsibility is to ensure the success of each student as detailed in the ISK
Mission, Vision and Student Aims. Teaching load includes teaching sections of first grade up to fourth
grade. The teacher should be able to provide for the individual learning needs of each pupil by using
varied teaching techniques and building music appreciation. Additionally the teacher will be expected
to participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees and fulfil supervision duties as
assigned. All teachers are expected to contribute to the co-curricular program.

Specific Responsibilities:
Working as a collaborative member of all elementary school areas, using the inclusion model.
Implementing a program of study that adheres to the course curriculum, as adopted by the
Board of Directors.
Collaborating with colleagues in applying the ISK Educational Aims to all aspects of schooling.
Differentiating instruction to address preferred learning styles and the needs and readiness
levels of various students in class.
Participating in the implementation and development of program of study that adheres to the
course curriculum.
Differentiating instruction to address preferred learning styles of various students in class.
Understanding and conducting ongoing assessment of student progress and reflect on
instructional techniques accordingly.
Integrating technology within lessons to enhance instructional delivery.
Communicating regularly with parents through e-mail, telephone and parent-teacher
conferences.
Attending and participating actively in relevant departmental, divisional and K-12 professional
meetings.
Participating on faculty committees and curriculum development programs as required.
Promoting a positive learning and teaching environment.
Assuming responsibility for meaningful professional growth, including remaining current and
informed regarding educational research and best practices.
Participating in and supervising the annual two-four day intercultural trip as necessary.
Sponsoring a minimum of one extra-curricular student activity.
Performing other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the principal.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Qualities:
Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education
ORFF Training
Strong organizational skills
Ability to see music as a part of the larger school program and to identify factors for selecting
appropriate music for each music group
Possess an understanding of most band instruments
Student-centered and nurturing personality
Commitment to collaborative planning
Teacher certification in relevant field from an accredited university/college, or state/national
program
Minimum 2 years relevant teaching experience
Proficiency with educational technology
Fluent English speaker with excellent writing skills
Flexibility, humility, teachability, and creativity

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Qualities:
Master’s Degree in relevant field
Understanding of and experience with standards-based curriculum, assessment and reporting
Experience with a backwards planning, “backwards by design,” or Understanding by Design
planning model
Teaching experience in a multi-cultural setting
Relevant teaching experience in elementary school
Demonstrated success in connecting learning to real–world problems
Demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary instruction
Demonstrated success with constructivist teaching methods
Experience in data analysis and goal setting to improve learning





Contact us for more information
If the links on this page do not address your query please email us.

employment emails: hrmanager
all ISK email addresses end @isk.ac.ke

Applicants will be more likely to attain positions if they arrange for a personal interview in Kenya or through the recruiting agencies than those who have not had a personal interview.