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Médecins Sans Frontières Regional Communications Coordinator (East Africa) Job in Kenya

Regional Communications Coordinator, East Africa

The Regional Communications Coordinator is part of the communication team of MSF International.

He/she reports to the International Communications Coordinator and works closely with key staff in all five Operational Centres of MSF, in the field and in headquarters, as well as in the Access Campaign.

The RCC supervises the Assistant-Regional Communications Coordinator. Upon request from Operational Centres, the RCC may also act as mentor for other communication staff in the region.

The purpose of the position of Regional Communications Coordinator is to help improve the impact of MSF’s public communication.

This includes:

Building and maintaining good relations with representatives of international and regional media, alerting them to MSF communication when relevant and facilitating the follow-up of such communication;

Supporting Heads of Mission and Communication staff in designing and implementing communication strategies and activities in support of MSF’s projects in East and Horn of Africa.

Main Responsibilities

Media management in the region

Serve as the MSF media focal point in the region.

Build and maintain a performant and strategic network with regional and international media and correspondents

Profile MSF’s work, projects, and concerns on humanitarian crises among regional and international media.

Advise on media opportunities and flag best dissemination strategies for getting MSF communication covered by correspondents.

Support MSF press officers in correcting errors in reporting or and advise in developing strategies and ways of correcting misrepresentation in media.

Facilitate and Organize press briefings for international and regional press

Facilitate journalists’ field visits to MSF projects and pitch key issues / projects to journalists.

Act as a spokesperson for MSF communication if need be

Coach MSF spokespeople and provide media training for any field staff dealing with the media in the region

Be available to act as emergency press officer and crisis info focal point during emergencies /crisis/incident in the region.

Be able to deploy and provide strategic communication support during the first days of a new emergency or a crisis situation in the region either in situ or by proxy.

Prepare in terms of set up for the arrival of an emergency field com officer.

Strategize and coordinate MSF communication efforts in the region

Maintain an “early warning system” on regional issues and news.

Monitor major media trends for specific locations and provide this analysis to MSF heads of mission and communication staff.

Coordinate the development of communications strategies in the region and support communication advisers/field staff to develop and drive through intersectional strategies and agreements as needed.

Liaise with MSF field communications officers in the region to provide support and enhance coherence and output of MSF communications on specific issues and themes.

Provide communications advice on regional issues: advise the field on specific communications issues relevant for the region.

Timely flagging of communications opportunities and risks (that may require reactive support).

Advise on public positioning in relation to key issues.

Provide analysis on how other organisations communicate on key issues and provide insight into their public agendas; networking with communications officials of UN/other agencies and NGOs based - Liaise with the HART and MSF advocacy representatives in the region to increase synergy between bilateral efforts and public comms initiatives in the region.

Represent MSF in regional representation forum (related to public communication) and relay MSF concerns, priorities.

Liaise with MSF communications teams in other media hubs in Africa (currently Dakar, Johannesburg, and Cairo), in order to maximise output, share ideas, coordinate initiatives.

Other tasks in support to communication content in the region

Facilitating the identification + recruitment of cameramen and photographers in the region and maintain contacts for quick deployment in the field in case of emergency.

Provide information/data to the MSF com network related to MSF operational projects, presence in the region.

Managing Communication Unit

The Regional Communication Officer manages the communications office in Nairobi, and strengthens the office capacity to provide support to our field communications staff in the region as needed.

He/she supervises the work of a regional communication assistant (s) who works 50% for our communications in Kenya under the supervision of the heads of mission in Kenya and 50% in support of the Regional communications unit.

The RCC oversees the work related to the Regional - .

The RCC is responsible for the management of the annual regional communications office budget

Job Requirements

Degree in Journalism, Communications, Humanitarian affairs, Political Sciences or related university degree

Previous working experience of at least 5 years in communications, journalism or public relations.

Previous working experience in media management, coordinating communication strategies notably at time of emergencies/crisis and content production

Strongly desirable: experience with MSF or other international NGOs in developing countries

Solid understanding of dilemmas associated with humanitarian assistance

Previous experience working in the East and Horn of Africa is an asset

Excellent management and communication skills, outgoing personality, good representation.

Ability to multitask and organise work on various dossiers at the same time whilst maintaining appropriate priorities

Social media skills

Excellent command of English, spoken and in writing

French would be an asset

Regional language (s) an asset

Computer literacy (word, excel and digital media)

How to Apply:

Deadline for applications: 28th June 2015

Please submit all applications only by email to:

IO-recruitment.gva@msf.org stating “Regional Communications Coordinator” in the title.

[Please submit your CV and cover letter in ONE file and name the file with your Last Name].

-Only short-listed candidates will be contacted-
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CISP Education Program Coordinator Job in Nairobi, Kenya

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CISP Education Program Coordinator Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Education Program Coordinator Base: Nairobi with travels to project locations (Somalia)
Position Details: Full time / International
Duration: 1 year; renewable
Start Date: preferably February 2015
Job Purpose:
The education program coordinator is responsible for the overall functioning and growth of the education program including supervising and ensuring quality of the ongoing projects, developing and promoting future initiatives, liaising with relevant stakeholders and representing CISP with regards to the education sector.
CISP’s ongoing programs include primary education with focus on girls’ education and vocational education.
CISP’s multiyear and short Education Programs have been funded by UNICEF, UNOCHA, DFID, EU and USAID and entail both emergency and development components.
Key Accountabilities

Strategic Planning, Program Design and Development

Initiate, organize and undertake assessments, surveys and studies that form the basis for initiating or developing new projects;

Prepare concept notes and proposals for new education and livelihoods initiatives in line with the overall national and global CISP strategy;

Ensure new projects are in line with the CISP Somalia’s strategy for education ;

Build and strengthen partnerships with other education actors especially within the education consortium. Coordination, representation and collaboration

Ensure that the education projects are implemented in close coordination with other actors’ education projects;

Establish good working relationship with respective ministries and other public or private actors at various levels including planning, managing and monitoring of project activities;

Attend and play a proactive role in national education forum and other working groups as required;

Build and strengthen partnerships with other education actors especially within the consortium implementation strategy;

Represent CISP and its education program in all relevant international and national for a Grant Management

Ensure good relations with donors and compliance with grant agreements ensure submission of timely, high quality project reports and support the development and direction of the programme accordingly;

Provide technical support to local partners and government offices in order for them to prepare and submit required reports;

Lead preparation of timely and high quality project progress and completion reports that meet donor requirements

Lead preparation of timely and high quality project plans and progress reports to pertinent government ministries

Lead project reviews, including amendments, revisions and other recommendations with regards to the grants managed. Quality assurance of Program Implementation

Ensure the effective management and development of the education programme through planning, regular monitoring, review, research and evaluation, within the framework of the overall national and global CISP strategy

Ensure the quality of the program implementation through development of training materials, sharing of resources and materials, clear communication and collaboration with education staff

Ensure programme monitoring and evaluation system/tools are applied and project progress, results and immediate outcomes and impacts are systematically tracked, documented and shared as appropriate on the basis of CISP and donors’ requirements

Support programme implementing partners in preparing plans for implementing project activities and ensure coordination within and among projects and partners

Ensure that projects are implemented in accordance with the work plans and the involvement of partners and concerned stakeholders at all levels

Ensure that CISP and its partners implement project activities in a most efficient, effective and sustainable manner

Ensure that periodic, adequate and accurate project monitoring reports are produced by CISP and its partners and submitted to donor

Ensure Travels to project sites of CISP and partners and regular monitoring of projects together with project team/partners are conducted

Ensure the participation of target groups, in planning, implementation and M&E of project activities based on CISP principles and approaches Budgeting and Budget Management

Ensure updating and maintaining detailed financial plans for all education projects according to activity work plans;

Ensure preparation and maintaining procurement plans in line with the financial plans for all education projects in line with CISP strategy and regulations

In consultation with program staff and local partners, prepare project budgets and budget revisions as needed

Manage project budgets as per CISP minimum standards and donors’ requirements

Monitor project budget utilisation (budget/expenditure) against project implementation progress and propose necessary adjustments and/or actions, ensure Value for Money Staff Management

Recruit, manage and provide leadership to education program officers of CISP in accordance with the terms and conditions of CISP

Create and maintain a strong collaborative and cooperative work environment amongst education staff

Apply performance management system in line with CISP guidelines and minimum standards

Provide continuous on-the-job-training to the staff and enhance the capacity of program staff to implement and monitor the education projects effectively and efficiently

Identify program staff performance gaps and plan appropriate actions in consultation with CISP coordinator and HR department Competencies and Skills

Master’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Economics or other related field

At least 5 years of relevant working experiences including 2 years at field-based level, preferably with grants funded by EU, DFID and/or USAID in Somalia and East and Horn of Africa

Sound knowledge of education policy, strategy and development through education initiatives

Experience in education, income generation, local economic development, policies and best practices in the fields of education and poverty reduction among youth in a post-conflict environment

Good coordination, leadership, capacity building and mentoring skills

Ability to work under pressure and in adverse situations and readiness to travel to field areas

Experience and understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation systems

Experience and passion for program development and promotion

Exceptional skill to undertake, commission, and interpret research and evaluation evidence in education, economic development, market surveys, tracer studies; ability to explore the appropriateness of quantitative and qualitative research methods; skill to capture soft outcomes, and how to report and use research effectively in the workplace

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including a good track record of writing reports, proposals and education documents

Excellent Computer and Social media skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Patient and flexible personality

Good sense of humour

Excellent networking and people skills

Excellent cross – cultural competencies

Positive attitude, sees opportunities

Passion for education and development. If you feel you are the right person for this position, please send an email with a) a motivation letter (500 words), b) an updated CV (maximum 3 pages, including 3 references) to: cisp@cisp-ngo.org c/c: nairobi@cisp-ngo.org., by 28th February 2015
Please indicate “CISP _Education_Coordinator_Nairobi” in the subject of the e-mail.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and submission of relevant productions if applicable.
The recruitment process will be ongoing, to be considered complete as soon as the adequate candidate has been identified.
Website: www.cisp-ngo.org; www.cisp-som.org

COUNTRY DIRECTOR

COUNTRY DIRECTOR

"Sometimes in life there is that moment when it's possible to make a change for the better. This is one of those moments."

-Elizabeth Glaser
The Elizabeth Glaser Paediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is the global leader in the fight against pediatric HIV/ AIDS and has reached 20 million women with services to prevent transmission of HIV to their babies. It currently supports more than 7,000 health facilities in 15 countries to prevent the transmission of HIV to children, and to help those already infected. Today, because of the highly successful work of the Foundation and its partners, paediatric AIDS has been virtually eliminated in the United States. With a growing global staff of nearly 1,300—nine of 10 who work in the field—the Foundation’s global mission is to implement prevention, care, and treatment services; further advance innovative research; and to execute strategic and targeted global advocacy activities to bring dramatic change to the lives of millions of women, children, and families worldwide.
From a small privately funded prevention of mother-to-child HIV transmission (PMTCT) initiative in 2000, EGPAF Kenya has grown into one of the largest HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs and is a key partner of Kenya’s Ministry of Health supporting over 700 health facilities.
EGPAF collaborates with multiple partners to support implementation of PMTCT and HIV prevention, care, and treatment services in Kenya.
EGPAF in Kenya is looking to recruit a Country Director to be based in Nairobi.
Role Summary
The Country Director will promote the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation’s mission of eliminating pediatric HIV/AIDS through its global strategic plan by leading and managing the country program strategy and team as well as the effective and efficient delivery and expansion of Foundation supported country programs and services in collaboration with local government, donors and other stakeholders in Kenya. Serving on the Global Leadership team, the Country Director will collaborate with global support units to ensure that the following goals are achieved:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Team Leadership –Develop a cohesive and productive team, creating goals, communicating direction, utilizing creative thinking, and demonstrating good judgment and decision making. Being a strong example to others through a productive work environment and supporting ongoing development of staff; working in close collaboration with global support units, Country Support Officers, and the Global Support Team.
· Operations Management-Ensure efficient department operations and demonstrating strong management skills by setting effective work plans, ensuring appropriate staffing and training, implementing effective time management and providing clear and effective communications to country and global staff.
· Program and Technical Support-Understand programmatic and technical aspects of program needs and with the country and global teams appropriately applying procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies ensuring technical goals attained and programmatic commitments to donors and partners are met.
· Program and Foundation Representation-Act as the primary Country’s spokesperson for the Foundation at all stakeholder levels and to act as EGPAF representative for internal and external communications and visitors and providing reports and proposals to all stakeholders. To advance advocacy and policy efforts in the country related to the Foundation’s mission at the national and local level so as to identify and influence decision makers in the area of pediatric HIV/AIDS policy and associated funding opportunities.
· New Business Development-Maintain and secure mid- to long-term funding for the country program by actively seeking diversified international and local sources of funding in view of identified country program needs and/or local requests related to the Foundation mission.
· Support the Program Implementation and Country Management Unit’s Global Initiatives– Ensure the Kenya programs owns and supports EGPAF’s global initiatives aimed at optimizing programs and sharing lessons.
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree or higher education (MD, MPH, MBA, MSc, MA).
· 8+ years successful experience managing complex multi-sector programs in an African setting; experience in Kenya preferred.
· At least 5 years proven experience in managing US government grants and/or cooperative agreements. Other international donor experiences an advantage.
· Proven experience in leading and managing staff, including recruitment, staff development, training, mentoring, and performance assessment.
· Demonstrated financial management experience, including the preparation and management of budgets and contracts, and the management of banking activities and relationships including the adherence to procurement procedures.
· Proven experience in networking, public relations, communications, advocacy and new business development.
· Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to 30%.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attitudes
· Excellent knowledge of developing program activities, including HIV service delivery, capacity building, and public health and program monitoring in collaboration with MOH departments and other stakeholders. Comprehensive knowledge of HIV prevention, care and treatment programs.
· Strong understanding of the international development context and experience in the international development sector (NGO, direct bilateral, multilateral relationships) and with cross cultural teams.
· Knowledge of principles and practices governing USAID, CDC, and/or other US Federal grant programs and UN Bodies.
· Excellent strategic planning skills, including the ability to merge the technical and operational demands of the program into a cohesive structure.
· Knowledge and experience of development program quality strengthening including program sustainability, capacity building, project monitoring and evaluation (both quantitative and qualitative) and related data and fiscal reporting.
· Ability to cultivate effective communication channels between the country office and EGPAF global offices and Kenya’s offices(s), and between EGPAF team and other partners/stakeholders.
· Excellent oral and presentation skills with small and large audiences. Confidence in handling prominent gatherings, media and events where high-level protocol is to be observed.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of a team, including the support and management of geographically disbursed sub offices.
· Willingness and flexibility to work beyond normal working hours
· Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural settings and leverage on diversity to enhance team performance
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application attaching current resume’ to: If you are interested in this position, please apply online atwww.pedaids.org
EGPAF is mainly funded by United states Agency for International Development (USAID) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and UN Bodies
The closing date is February 6^th, 2015.Only short listed candidates will be contacted

ACTED Security Coordinator Job in Nairobi, Kenya

ACTED Security Coordinator Job in Nairobi, Kenya

ACTED (Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development) is a non-political and non-confessional International NGO founded in 1993 with its headquarters in Paris, France.

The organization’s vocation is to save lives, assist vulnerable populations and bring hope to those in need for better future.

ACTED is looking for professionally confident, self motivated, experienced and committed team player to fill the below position in Nairobi Kenya.

Job Title: Security Coordinator

Department: Coordination

Direct hierarchy: Kenya / Somalia Country Director

Contract duration: Six Months (with possible extension)

Location: Nairobi - with frequent travels to Somalia and Kenya field offices

Starting date: February 2015

Main objective:

To provide overall leadership and management of security procedures, protocols and systems to ACTED’s Kenya and Somalia operations.

This includes but is not limited to: Compound security; travel SOPs; base set-ups and security reviews; and security management.

The role will require active management of security processes, technical management of a Security Officer in Somalia and an advisory role for all bases.

The Security Coordinator will work closely with the Kenya and Somalia Coordinators, as well as with the logistics department on the procurement of essential security items and processes, systems and procedures for travel etc.

Responsibilities:

To regularly assess and analyse the security situation, identify and implement appropriate risk mitigation measure in Nairobi and in all ACTED areas of intervention in Kenya and Somalia.

To technically supervise field security officers and focal points.

Daily security check-in with the field security focal points recorded in the Security Monitoring Plan.

To participate in relevant meetings and build a strong network of contacts in Kenya and Somalia.

Adjust security procedures and revise security plan as needed and ensure their implementation in coordination with the field coordinators and their security focal points (ex. staff movements, communication, clearance, etc.)

Oversee the implementation of security and safety measures as stated in ACTED

Security Plan or decided with the Country Director and with the Kenya and Somalia Coordinators.

Provide security briefing to staff as needed and ensure that all staffs adhere to security policies and procedures. This includes briefing to all newly recruited staff joining ACTED, and induction briefings for visiting personnel.

In collaboration with the Coordination team develop security procedures, SOPs and field security briefings for new arrivals with the field security focal points.

Advise on security equipment and on premises, conduct periodic security assessment of the same and advice on improvements and solutions appropriately.

Advise Coordination on security matters for project development, implementation and routine work.

If possible, advise on humanitarian access negotiation

Provide training and capacity building for staff members in order to increase the level of technical ability and skills in terms of safety and security. Ensure that staff members are proficient in the use of safety and security equipment, including communications equipment, vehicle emergency equipment and personal security safeguards required for work in the field.

Facilitate security clearances for areas where required.

Provide advice on the security of transportation and logistics.

Responsible for complying with all the reporting requirements within the various sub departments to the country department team, HQ as well as donor requirements within the FLAT process.

Ensure proper filing/file maintenance of security related documents.

Manage all compound security and reporting from bases on agreed time-frames.

Develop security guard training tools for Kenya and Somalia and security equipment maintenance check-lists / calendars.

Contribute to the ACTED strategic plan creating a security vision for the new strategic period.

This position will require frequent travel to ACTED’s areas of intervention in Kenya and Somalia.

Qualifications/Skills Required

Bachelor degree in Arts, Social Sciences, Management, or a related security field.

However, a diploma in security management backed by strong relevant technical experience will also be considered.

A minimum of three years relevant experience on security, preferably at a management position, in an NGO.

Somali speaker and Good understanding of the Somalia context

Strong analytical skills (context, people …)

Flexibility/pragmatism and dynamism/commitment.

Good understanding of security procedures and equipment.

In-depth knowledge of security management and risk management.

Excellent resistance to stressful situations.

Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective work relations at all levels,

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to manage varied workloads, and deal constructively with stress and working long hours.

Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision, pro-active and a good team-player.

A commitment to documented systems and procedures.

Computer literate

Capacity to build a maintain a strong professional network

Application Procedure:

Qualified Kenya/Somalia persons with the required skills and qualifications are invited to submit their detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter to kenya.jobs@acted.org and received on or before 30th January 2015. Applications sent after the deadline will not be considered.

ACTED is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Tea Trading Manager Job in Mombasa Kenya

Tea Trading Manager Job in Mombasa Kenya

An established tea trading (buying and exporting) company based in Mombasa Kenya is looking for a Tea Trading Manager. Qualifications
1. At least a university degree.
2. Excellent marketing and communication skills.
3. Knowledge on tea buying, tea blending, tea export and related documentation.
4. Ability to secure clients abroad and within.
5. Knowledge on tea quality analysis e.g. tea tasting and pricing.
6. Some knowledge on accounts would be an added advantage.
Apply to:
Director
P.O. Box 12439-00100
Nairobi

Living Goods Product and Procurement Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Living Goods Product and Procurement Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Product and Procurement Manager Living Goods is seeking a dynamic and driven Product & Procurement Manager to join our Product team in Kenya to help deliver the organizations’ scale and impact of its innovative community health model in Kenya.
As we enter a period of exciting expansion, the Product & Procurement Manager will be tasked to ensure Living Goods' product range achieves maximum impact through securing products on exceptional terms that deliver maximum profits to our agents and impactful products to our customers and ensures we are never out of stock.
Living Goods is a pioneering, dynamic and high impact social enterprise focused on addressing the health needs of the underserved.
Reporting to the Country Director, Kenya you will support the selection and development of products, negotiate the terms and have a product range that offers real impact to our customers and great value to our agents.
Leveraging your exceptional communication and influencing skills combined with attention to detail you will manage the supplier base being well informed of new developments, gaining from supplier’s promotional marketing support to increase sales and ensuring that product is continuously available.
You'll ensure that the total product offer, availability and efficient selling are fully considered and that maximum profit is generated while maintaining a great product range that sells and delivers impact.
The right candidate will have a proven ability to work under pressure in a fast moving dynamic environment while delivering results at an individual and team level.
You are great for this position if you are a driven, smart and pragmatic entrepreneurial leader with an exceptional track record of sourcing, developing new products, negotiating, and supplier and product management.
This position is based in Nairobi Kenya with some travel to Kampala Uganda.
Responsibilities

To achieve optimum product costs and quality through excellent supplier selection, management and highly effective negotiation, relentlessly looking at different ways to source products.

To develop and deliver robust procurement plans by understanding demand trends and supervise cost effective logistics ensuring 100% availability of high/med impact products at a branch level.

To manage all information relating to product and undertake category product reviews, analysing all round performance, new product opportunities and regularly assessing pricing to build recommendations for improvements to the product offer that links with the category strategy and impact objectives.

To develop and deliver the Kenyan and Ugandan product sourcing and development plans ensuring key milestones in the critical path are met so new products are launched on time and to the right quality and price and deliver impact and on going performance reviewed against targets agreed.

Working with suppliers, negotiate support and develop marketing tactics for Living Goods products and co-ordinate the development of marketing materials with the sales and marketing team.

Collaborate closely with the Living Goods Branch teams to ensure the product range sells like mad.

Share expertise and experience with Living Goods’ Uganda product team. Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement/product development of multiple products.

Experience designing and pushing procurement teams to meet best practice standards for documentation and segregation of duties.

Experience in internal procurement audit training a must.

Strong commercial awareness and previous product experience required preferably within African markets.

Excellent supplier management, negotiation and influencing skills will be essential.

Proven track record of managing a product range.

Must have excellent product performance analysis skills, including a strong foundation in financial accounting, management and modeling for multi-product businesses.

Must have expert experience leveraging impact of microfinance product margin and sales performance through previous loan product design experience.

Experience of working with suppliers on a FOB & domestic basis.

Product, market and consumer knowledge.

Experience designing and conducting in-the-field research techniques to gather feedback, including interviews; preference for background in cultural anthropology.

Has in-depth understanding of local product production (e.g. cookstoves) with experience in managing production supply chains and quality control in African markets (preference for Kenya, Uganda, and Ghana).

Proven success in developing product marketing strategies to increase sales volumes.

Excellent computer literacy especially with excel skills and data analysis.

Minimum of a Masters degree.

International Development, International Relations or MBA preferred. Compensation:

A highly competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience including health insurance and bonus opportunity.

The opportunity to be your best while making lives better for those in need. What is Living Goods? Living Goods supports networks of ‘Avon-like’ micro-entrepreneurs who go door-to-door teaching families how to improve their health and wealth while selling affordable, high-impact products like basic medicines, fortified foods, water filters, clean cookstoves, and solar lights.
Living Goods seeks nothing less than a disruptive reinvention of distribution in the developing world, through networks of franchised micro-entrepreneurs who leverage Living Goods’ brand, buying power and mobile marketing tools to deliver vital products at accessible prices to the people who need them most.
How to Apply
To apply for this position please see; Living Goods Product and Procurement Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya to visit our career page and apply for Product and Procurement Manager by 28th Feb 2015 through our applicant tracking system.
In lieu of a cover letter you will be asked to answer a few short questions that will help us learn a little bit more about you and your interest in working with Living Goods.

Project Manager Job in Embu Kenya - Environmental and Carbon Offset Projects

Project Manager Job in Embu Kenya - Environmental and Carbon Offset Projects

Job Title: Project Manager Location: Embu
Our client, a Kenyan company specializing in developing environmental and carbon offset projects in rural areas in Kenya, is currently implementing a 10 year carbon finance project.
The company is thus looking for a Project Manager to lead the project and develop new business opportunities in Kenya while ensuring that all operations are run with profitably and in an ethical manner in order to fulfill the objectives of its shareholders and stakeholders.
Job Duties:
Reporting to the board of directors, the main duties of the Project Manager will be,

To dynamically lead and support an ambitious program of sales and distribution of cookstoves within the 3 districts in Embu

To lead the operational and financial management of the improved cookstoves program in the 3 districts in Embu County.

To ensure successful project implementation, supervising activities in the ground and providing guidance and active support to a team of local field officers and community facilitators.

To successfully achieve penetration and distribution goals of the project in the 3 districts.

To be responsible for business development activities to grow the business and find new partners in Kenya.

To consolidate all operational information to perform efficient reporting to the program directors. Primary responsibilities For the improved cookstove project :

Direct the mobilization, awareness creation and distribution activities of the project.

Ensure quality control and supervise production processes of improved cookstove model.

Develop partnerships with CBOs, cooperatives, and local influencers to endorse sustainable forest practices and adoption of improved cook stoves and sustainable firewood consumption by rural households.

Ensure that high quality improved cookstoves are produced and sold to clients.

Implement and enforce best practices and procedures and quality procedures in production, distribution and post sale services to beneficiary households in accordance with the company’s high quality standards.

Manage administrative and accounting functions to ensure smooth and efficient operations of the organization

Provide continuous training and guidance to all staff members and community liaisons of the project

Ensure that all staff are effectively employed and adequately trained to perform in their responsibilities and operational tasks in an ethical and responsible manner.

Ensure Human Resources admin duties follow up: sick days, holidays, allowances, transport requests

Supervise employees’ schedules and activities in relation to the Project Director in France: ensure performance goals are met and set. Plan and implement the annual calendar of activities including production, distribution and monitoring activities

Supervise the creation of financial budgets and track expenditures

Ensure all administrative requirements, invoicing and financial control tasks are completed in a timely manner

Represent the organization to the public, key stakeholders and business partner.

Any other duties as allocated by the Board of Directors For business development activities

Implement operational strategies as per the company’s Strategic Business Plans Participate in strategic planning

Represent the organization to the public, key stakeholders, donors and business partners

Prepare and present regularly to the Board; quarterly commercial and financial report, monthly financial statement, balance sheet, provisional budget, 4 years sliding business plan and strategy plan

Prepare regular reports on the current state of business for The Board of Directors

Any other duties as allocated by the Board of Directors Education, Skills and Experience

MSc or MBA graduates in any field related to business, forestry and agricultural management (or BSc with relevant management experience).

8-10 years or more of project management experience and rural extension familiar with REDD+, sustainable forestry, environmental or community development projects in rural areas of Kenya

Results orientation and excellent managerial and leadership skills

Familiarity with carbon finance and sustainable forestry

Effective decision-making

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Creative problem solver and multitasking abilities

Detail oriented with strong financial control abilities

Forward thinking and empathic leader with training skills, experienced in leading teams of community facilitators Languages: Fluent English and Swahili required. French and Embu preferred.The position is based in Embu with occasional travels to Nairobi.
Deadline of application: 25th January 2015
Expected date of incorporation: February 9th 2015

Executive Officer, Nairobi

Executive Officer, Nairobi

Organization UNICEF - United Nations Children's Fund Country Kenya City Nairobi, Kenya Office United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Grade P-2 United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Nairobi Kenya

Closing date: Tuesday, 13 January 2015 Executive Officer, P-2, Nairobi, USSC Vacancy No: E-VN-2014-003482 Duty Station: Nairobi Country: Kenya Region: ESARO Job Level: P-2 Position: 00082907 Application Close: 13-Jan-15 Contract Type: Long-term Staff (FT) Purpose of the Position Provide high quality assistance, as well as management and monitoring support to the Somalia Office Representative in his/her oversight role and corporate responsibilities of managing a Country Office composed of a Support Center based in Nairobi plus 3 Zone offices with over 300 staff. Also responsible for the coordination of the Representative's participation in/and scheduling of all external and internal meetings, including inter-governmental, parliamentary and inter-agency meetings, seminars, as well as official visits. Key Expected Results Support the Office of the Representative, including the Office of the Deputy-Representative, in coordinating activities, performing research, and preparing briefing notes and position papers. Coordinate weekly meetings and command conferences. Take notes of discussions and prepare minutes and memoranda for the records. Keep abreast with the main issues facing the office of the Representative and identify issues in need of Representative's attention. Maintain records and track the status of the Head of Office's action items, including his/her calendar. Analyze and collect information in support of milestone activities. Produce a variety of substantive and/or routine documents, correspondence, letters etc. Make various administrative arrangements for the work of the Head of Office (and other officials visitors), including travel, appointments, meetings, official social events, press conferences, interviews. Coordinate the schedule of the Head of Office, arrange appointments, book meeting rooms, clear invoices for payments, produce/collect and disseminate documentation. Organize and maintain the Office of the Representative, establishing office and file systems, logging and tracking systems, mail and contact listing. Identify need for equipment and supplies. Establish and maintain collections of documentation, records and reports. Identify, request and screen materials for the collection. Conduct substantive searches and indexes materials. Provide high-level support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, and performing administrative functions such as preparing correspondences and drafting meeting minutes; receiving visitors; arranging conference calls; and scheduling meetings, including meetings of the Country Management Team. Acts as Secretary of the Country Management Team. Respond to a wide variety of general and substantive queries for information from governmental and non-governmental partners. Screen requests, respond if possible or refer to a wide range of possible sources (inside and outside the Country Office). Select and compile background and briefing materials for meetings, travel, conferences, fundraising etc. for the Head of Office and other officials as requested. Screen and review incoming correspondence (mail, email); collect background material; draft and clear correspondence with supervisor. Oversee and ensure the smooth flow of information within the office and the duty station, as well as with Regional Office and Headquarters through daily consultations with the Representative. Monitors and keeps abreast of Somalia, Regional and Global events and activities, particularly during travel/absence of the Head of Office, and notes items of interest for follow up. Qualifications of Successful Candidate EDUCATION University degree in international relations, social sciences, business administration or other related disciplines. A first university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree. WORK EXPERIENCE At least two years (2) work experience in a professional capacity in external relations, public affairs, general office administration or international development cooperation preferably within the UN or similar organization, government or NGO. LANGUAGES Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Somali is an asset. Competencies of Successful Candidate i) Core Values Commitment Diversity and Inclusion Integrity ii) Core Competencies Communication Working with People Drive for Results iii) Functional Competencies Leading and Supervising Formulating Strategies and Concepts Analyzing Relating and Networking Persuading and Influencing Creating and Innovating Remarks The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

Country Managers - Entrepreneurship Development Programme in Africa, Worldwide

Country Managers - Entrepreneurship Development Programme in Africa, Worldwide

More vacancies from: Organization Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI) Country Ghana Country Kenya City Accra, Ghana City Nairobi, Kenya Office Development Alternatives, Inc. Nairobi Development Alternatives Inc(DAI) Kalson Towers, West Wing, 8th floor, off Parklands Road Nairobi Tel: 3755541

Country Managers - Entrepreneurship Development Programme in Africa Candidate Search Location: Sub-Saharan Africa Location: Worldwide Job Code: 1751 Description Country Managers – Entrepreneurship Development Programme in Africa Objective of the Programme DAI is preparing for an anticipated DFID programme to strengthen entrepreneurship in Africa, titled StartUP!, through regional hubs in Kenya, Ghana and South Africa. The programme will improve support for early stage companies by creating local environments in which entrepreneurs can access financial capital, skills and professional networks required to grow and scale business ideas. The programme work with in-country intermediaries, such as incubators and investment funds, generating financial and non-financial support and encouraging investment into early stage companies. Scope of Work We are seeking applications from highly experienced technical and managerial experts for the Country Manager positions in Kenya, Ghana, and South Africa. The Country Managers will be responsible for driving the effective overall delivery of the programme's technical and managerial outputs at a country level, as well as overall management of country programme staff. Requirements Approximately 10 or more years of experience working in private sector development, a majority of which focusing on enterprise development, market development, access to finance, product design and/or business systems Experience working with startup/early stage companies, focusing on business incubation and acceleration, and/or investment preparation/investment mobilisation Knowledge of product prototyping and testing would be advantageous Experience with DFID, USAID and/or other leading international donors would be ideal Experience working with high growth tech-enabled businesses would be ideal Extensive experience and knowledge of working in one of the three geographies (Kenya, Ghana, South Africa) highly preferred. Proven experience building high-level private sector partnerships Proven leadership, management, and communication experience Understand key approaches to monitoring & evaluation Excellent communication skills, strong presentation, networking and facilitation ability Education Advanced Degree in Economics, Management, Finance or Business or other related field preferred Project Location: one position in each country: Kenya, Ghana and South Africa (3 hubs) *Please note that all profiles are indicative only and therefore subject to change.*

Regional Programme Coordinator

Regional Programme Coordinator

Job from COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale The objective of this position is to be overall responsible for the strategy and coordination of COOPI’s programs in the Region (Kenya, Somalia) ensuring that programs are designed and implemented to the highest standards and in line with COOPI’s global strategy, policies and core values. The main tasks linked to this position are as follows:
I. Strategic Planing

Provide leadership in development of policies and strategies for the Nairobi regional coordination office ensuring that the regional strategic objectives are in line with COOPI’s global strategies, objectives and values;

Provide leadership in review and monitoring of the implementation of the Nairobi regional coordination office strategic objectives and plans;

Collect and analyze information about humanitarian situation in our area of intervention II. Institution Relationships

Ensure that information collection, sharing and analysis (policies and strategies) are undertaken by sector coordinators and program managers;

Establishing and monitoring of national and regional consortia to achieve COOPI’s regional strategic objectives and plans;

Maintain and develop contacts, information sharing and relationship with other COOPI offices in the region and partners in coordination with the regional representative;

Identification of potential resources and follow-up (financial and opportunities). III. Human Resources Management

Lead the process of recruitment, selection, monitoring and evaluation of the coordination and managerial staff for the programs;

Setting targets and performance appraisal for sector coordinators and program coordinators. IV. Program Development and Management

Promote the identification of programs and projects in line with strategic plans of the regional office to support actualization of the same; Supervision of the sector coordinators / program managers and promote integration of projects within programs and programs within the strategic plan (sector and geographical);

Responsible for overall program, and project supervision (keeping updated on progress of implementation, meetings and field visits) quality control and ensuring attainment of the requisite standards in line with international norms, COOPI and donor requirements;

Review and approval of project reports in coordination with the regional representative

Ensure capitalization and internal reporting

Development and management of future local partnerships Essential Competencies:
To be successful in this role you must have the following:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in the management of Humanitarian and Development program

Minimum 3 years’ experience in Horn of Africa operation

Knowledge of contractual regulations of major donors, in particular EU/ECHO, USAID, UN Agencies

Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent inter-personal skills and proven ability to negotiate with a wide range of people (internally and externally)

Strong networking capability

Ability to adapt to the harsh and stressful working conditions of Somalia and the size of programme

Advance computer skills

Good oral and written communication skills in English How to Apply :
Send by Email 1 page letter of expression of interest and updated CV by the Closing date: 10th January 2015 to the following address:
The Regional Representative
COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale,
hr.nairobi@coopi.org
NOTE: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Evidence Action Associate Office Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Evidence Action Associate Office Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Associate Office ManagerFinance & Admin - Nairobi, KenyaJob Purpose: To facilitating the efficient functioning of the office through a range of administrative, clerical, financial and managerial tasks.
Management Responsibility: To provide professional guidance and advice on administration issues to the Management
Description of Duties

To ensure that all approved and regular tasks pertaining to administration are carried out on time.

Manage relationship with office supply vendors and conduct special order of office supplies.

Manage Evidence Action transactions with vendors and service providers within the framework of Evidence Action policies.

Set up a system for managing visitor’s to the office and ensure that they are adequately attended to.

To monitor financial expenditure in respect of administrative activities as per approved budget, procedures and policies.

To prepare budgets, plans as well as periodic and ad-hoc reports as and when needed

To oversee cleaning and maintenance of office facility and to supervise general cleanliness and maintenance of the office at all times

To organize for meetings and plan for appointments

Coordinate transport booking and accommodation for staff members and visitors

Manager office inventory of stationery and furniture

Supervising and monitoring the work of clerical and administrative staff

Managing office budgets

Implementing and maintaining procedures/office administrative systems

Organizing induction programmes for new employees

Any other duties delegated from time to time by your supervisorAccountability

Decision Making and Communication channels: For routine decision making to be guided by generally accepted organization rules and regulations. Refer to Director of Finance and Administration on issues out of normal policies and procedures

Responsibility over data or information: Has access to important and highly confidential information. Keep all Evidence Action program activities and vendors strictly confidential

Responsibility over assets: Computer, printer, office equipment, office furniture, office supplies

Responsibility over staff: Accounting staff within the department sectionProfessional Qualifications

Degree in Business Administration or relevant filed

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.

Should be an effectual communicator verbally as well as through writing skills.Relevant Experience and Key skills

Minimum three years’ work experience in similar administrative responsibilities

Effective problem-solving skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, must be able to interact in a mature, professional and friendly manner with local and international colleagues

Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently and under pressure.

Attention to details with good understanding of filing processes

Highly developed organizational skillsPersonal Attributes

Strong team leader and player

Interpersonal skills

Excellent networking skillsClick here to apply online Evidence Action Associate Office Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Procurement Officer Job in Kenya

Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Procurement Officer Job in Kenya

Gusii Mwalimu SACCO Society Limited , a well established SACCO in Kenya wishes to strengthen its Corporate strategy by recruiting a result oriented Procurement Officer.Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the officer will be responsible for the following:
Key result areas will include:

Ensure adherence to the public procurement and disposal act, public finance management act, through ensuring the participation of members of all relevant departments in the tender/procurement committees in the preparation and evaluation of tenders.

Source and place orders correctly for all centralised SACCO goods and services to meet operational requirements for GMS and client events.

Optimize use of computerised procurement and stock Control in the main SACCO System

Report immediately any supply chain or delivery issues that may compromise the supply of goods or services to the Procurement Manager.

Ensure goods received to the SACCO match the purchase order requirements in terms of pricing, quantity, and quality reporting non conformances

Report supplier non conformances in contracted terms to Procurement Manager and Management.

Ensure all procurement activities conducted within delegations of authority and that appropriate approvals have been provided prior to issuing purchase order for goods or services.

Preparation and handling of procurement planning, coordination of supplies management

Prepare reports and answer audit queries from relevant government organs of PPOA, SASRA etc.

Disposal of stores and equipment

Enforcement of government procurement regulations, systems and procedures

Initiation of procurement policy, review, and updating of existing regulations supplies management instructions and inspection

Preparation of tender documentsRequirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen aged between 35-45 years.

A degree in procurement and supply chain management or its equivalent from a recognized institution

Must have good knowledge in the preparation and execution of annual procurement plans

Minimum of 3 years relative experience in purchasing and supplies management

Member of the institute of supply chain management be computer literate

Exceptional personal integrity and relationship management and team building skills. How to Apply:Send your Application including a detailed CV, Copies of your certificates and testimonials to reach the address below not later than 10th December 2014.
The Chief Executive Officer,
Gusii Mwalimu SACCO Ltd.
P. O. Box 1335- 40200,
Kisii
E-mail: info@gusiimwalimusacco.or.ke
Website: gusiimwalimusacco.or.ke,
Gusii Mwalimu SACCO is an equal opportunity employer.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Orange Telkom Project & Service Delivery Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Orange Telkom Project & Service Delivery Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Project & Service Delivery Manager Region: Nairobi
Reporting to: Head of Marketing & Operations
Range: R2L
Department: Carrier Services
Role Purpose: He/She will oversee the conceptualization, planning, development and implementation of technical solutions within Carrier Services department.
The Service Delivery Manager is responsible for management of all Carrier Service RFIs and other infrastructure projects.
Key Duties and Responsibilities.
1.1 Operational (incl. Planning):

Be the Activation Liaison Officer for the submarine cable capacity

Be Carrier Services technical liaison person with TEAMS,SEACOM,EASSY and LION2 cable systems and cross connection providers e.g. Etisalat, FT, Djibouti Telecom etc

Lead, qualify, validate and ensure the appropriate technical sales strategy and activities are agreed to by the sales team and help to drive revenue

Be the first point of reference for data services provisioning in Carrier Services i.e. managing the relationships with the customers from identifying customer requirement, to design and implementation

Follow up with ITN teams(ITN PMO,NAD, Switching ,Transmission and Business Solutions) to ensure optimal designing as well as ensure we deliver quality and timely services to our customers

Keep customers informed of provisioning progress until completion and handover

Provide adequate business and resource forecasting to the management

Use technical expertise to manage different projects for Carrier Services department

Identify project risks and/or issues and implement the necessary actions to manage them and avoid potential delays and scope creep

Represent Carrier Services in RFF/RFI and Carrier Connect committees 1.2 Reporting and Business analysis:

Escalate all ways in which Carrier Services my optimize resources on the various solutions and projects

Prepare weekly/monthly RFF and project status reports Academic / Professional Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in engineering, data processing, business management or a related field

Good knowledge of telecom industry with preferably good understanding of interconnection business

Good experience of project management

2 to 3 years experience in a similar position Professional Knowledge

A good working knowledge in IT tools

Good level of understanding in Telecom services

Financial analysis capability

Industry product knowledge

Excellent presentation, reporting and communications skills

Project Management qualification is desirable Professional Skills:

Team player

Customer oriented

Ability to work in transversal organisation to deliver results to the team

Excellent analytical and specification skills

Result oriented

Excellent organisation skills with strong attention to detail

Self-motivated with initiative and autonomy.

Initiative Flexibility/Adaptability

Advanced problem solving and decision making skills

I.P skills would be an advantage This position is opened to Kenyan citizens only.
If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.
Application should be sent by latest 15th December 2014, please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees.
Apply through recruitment@orange-tkl.co.ke and quote the job title in the subject field.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Transparency International Citizen Demand Programme Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

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Transparency International Citizen Demand Programme Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Programme Coordinator Reference: Citizen Demand
Duty Station: Nairobi with Travel to the Counties
Transparency International - Kenya (TI-Kenya) is part of the Transparency International group that is a non-partisan coalition of individuals with a shared vision of a corruption-free world.
TI-Kenya is an autonomous chapter in the Transparency International movement, a global coalition against corruption with which TI-Kenya shares knowledge and exchanges ideas for the greater good of Kenya.
Transparency International Kenya seeks to employ a Programme Coordinator for its Citizen Demand Programme.
Overall Purpose of the Job:
The Programme Coordinator (PC) will lead, coordinate and oversee its Citizen Demand Programme.
Reporting to the Head of Programmes, the PC shall be responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, co-ordinating, developing and implementing the citizen demand programme aimed at building citizen capacity to enable them influence public policy and provision of public services, and designing and implementing innovative projects that promote effective citizen engagement in the promotion of accountable and transparent governance and efficient service delivery at national and county levels.
The PC shall also be responsible for the water and education sub-programmes, improved systems and procedures as well as monitoring and evaluating programme activities and individual performance against set targets.
Other duties include team building, providing effective leadership and implementing on-the-job training to improve employee performance within the Citizen Demand Programme.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
The duty station for this position shall be at the TI Kenya secretariat, Nairobi.
Duties and responsibilities at this level include:

Designing and implementing strategies and projects to enhance effective citizen participation in promoting accountability, transparency and efficient service delivery;

Designing and implementing appropriate guidelines for advocacy against and legal advice on corruption;

Designing and coordinating implementation of appropriate and innovative projects, strategies and activities to enhance public awareness on corruption and build their capacity to stand up against corruption;

Ensuring effective management of Advocacy and Legal Advise Centres’ (ALACs) activities in the regions including developing strategies for the recruitment and induction of volunteer advocates into the Legal Advisory Committees for the ALACs.

Developing work schedules, drafting case pleadings and allocating cases in order to ensure that volunteer advocates are receiving a continuous flow of court cases for their action.

Reviewing the effectiveness of legal aid services offered in the ALACs.

Establishing and facilitating cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams of probation advocates to represent qualified clients in public interest test cases on corruption and integrity.

Developing citizen driven legislation, political participation, accountability and transparency projects and strategies;

Identify potential public interest cases, research on them and develop multi-pronged strategies of dealing with them, including but not limited to public/strategic/impact litigation

Establish and coordinate sustainable networks/partnerships with local and international governance institutions and actors in the administration of justice and promotion of legal and human rights in Kenya including donors, government agencies, NGOs and community groups to ensure collaborative strategies and effective support networks to promote accountability and transparency;

Developing citizen centred programmes and strategies to fight against corruption;

Develop and operationalize effective reporting mechanisms for the citizen demand programme and ensure periodic, monthly and annual progress reports of the programme are written in time.

Reviewing the operations and results of the programme and providing reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as justification for performance variances.

Developing appropriate fundraising strategies to diversify revenue sources for the organization;

Managing contracts and monitoring expenditure ; Overseeing performance management for the programme’s staff;

Coordinating the monitoring and evaluation and documentation of lessons and best practice in the Citizen Demand Programme;

Promoting linkages with government institutions and other relevant stakeholders in implementing and monitoring of citizen demand activities, development of national policies and legislation;

Promoting mainstreaming of transparency and accountability in citizen demand policies and programmes;

Promoting research on citizen demand and good governance in collaboration with institutions of higher learning; Job Specification
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have;

Managed a governance and or legal aid programme for at least (3) years;

At least a bachelors degree in the following disciplines; Law, Community Development, Development Studies, Public Administration, Environmental Studies or any other related qualification from a recognized institution;

A Masters Degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage;

Be proficient in computer applications; and

Shown merit in work performance and results Competencies

A strong commitment to the aims, objectives and values of TI-Kenya High level skills in report writing and presentation

Ability and experience to conceptualize, implement and evaluate governance and policy programmes

Knowledge of dynamics of partnership and experience in a role directly involved with such partnerships

A good appreciation of advocacy and community engagement

Excellent verbal, analytical, and organizational skills

Experience in proposal writing with a proven ability to secure donor funding

Strong interpersonal and communication skills How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit one document as an attachment (combining the application letter and CV with at least three professional referees) by email on/before close of business on 19th December 2014 to: hr@tikenya.org
Please include the reference: Citizen Demand as the subject of your email applications.
Do not attach your testimonials or certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.