Program Assistant

Program Assistant – Academics Unit
 

Introduction: The African Virtual University (AVU) is a Pan African Intergovernmental Organization established by charter with the mandate of significantly increasing access to quality higher education and training through the innovative use of information communication technologies. 

A Charter, establishing the AVU as an Intergovernmental Organization, has been signed so far by eighteen (19) African Governments - Kenya, Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Cote d’Ivoire, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Democratic Republic

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Senior Education Program Specialist – Nairobi

Title: Senior Education Program Specialist, Nairobi

RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park. In Kenya, RTI implements programs in health and education.

TAYARI is a Ministry of Education, Science and Technology that focuses on improving quality of Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) systems. It seeks to develop cost-effective, scalable models of ECDE that ensures pre-primary aged children are mentally, physically, socially and emotionally ready to start, and succeed, in primary school. The position will be based in Nairobi, with some travel within the country.

The Senior Education Program Specialist will provide technical support for the implementation of TAYARI Project in four (4) counties in Kenya. She/he will supervise technical teams in the four offices to implement the technical activities of the Programme. She/he will collaborate with field teams to support County ECDE officers, Ministry of Education Science &Technology (MOEST) and Teacher Service Commission (TSC) county officers to implement the instructional approaches and support effective local capacity building. The Sr. Education Specialist, will report to the Chief of Party and will supervise the work of the Regional Education Program Officers for quality and timely delivery, and provide support and technical inputs. In addition she/he will provide support to District Centres for Early Childhood Education (DICECE) and instructional coaches in the implementation of TAYARI Project. The Senior Education Specialist will conduct regular visits to the four counties to maintain a clear understanding of field issues and ensure common understanding. She/he will conduct and organize field visits to ECDE centers to provide ongoing technical support, evaluate program effectiveness, identify obstacles and institute remedial measures. She/he will support regular progress monitoring and reporting. The assignment is designed to provide high level technical support for effective project implementation.

Required qualifications and experience: Minimum 8 years’ experience in management and coordination of development projects in education sector. Master’s degree in Education or in a related field. S/he needs to have proven record in teacher training, teacher management, and experience supervising education officers. Significant experience in education development for ECDE, materials development and design experience. Familiarity with the policies and procedures of the Ministry of Education, Science & Technology, the Teachers’ Service Commission, county level education leadership and local school communities is required. Excellent managerial, supervisory and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills. Excellent oral and written 

English and Kiswahili language proficiency is required.

To apply, please email cover letter and CV to hrapplications@nb.rti.org by 26th October, 2015

Applicants must include Senior Education Program Specialist in the subject line of the email. Please do not attach copies of certificates. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/

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Montessori Teacher - Maasai Mara, Kenya

Our client, a School based in Maasai Mara for children between 2 and 5 years of age, is looking for a Montessori Teacher to run the school.

Qualifications:

• Diploma / certificate in Montessori Method.
• 1 year experience in Montessori method of teaching.
• Willing to live and work in the bush.

Personal Attributes:

• Very observant.
• Foster a good relationship with parents, other teachers and anyone else involved in the school.

Monthly gross salary : Ksh.30,000 /=

Deadline:  6th March 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/17K1hmT

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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Field Officer (Jobs in Kenya, February 2015)

Title: Field Officer - ECD
 

Start Date: 9th March 2015
 

Location: Nationwide
 

Eligibility: Position open to local Kenyan hires only

Busara Center for Behavioral Economics is a research organization that seeks to improve the understanding of how people living in poverty make decisions and to leverage that knowledge to produce better social outcomes.

It enables researchers to conduct rigorous laboratory-based studies in behavioral economics in a developing country and applying the outcomes of research to real-world problems.This research will be working with the Busara Center for Behavioral Economics and Bridge International Academies to assess the effectiveness and impact of their unique school curriculum. 

Field Officers will be working with schools nationwide to assess and measure student performance, teacher motivation, and effects of education on family livelihoods.

The research study will be conducted in 15-20 counties across Kenya and will require significant travel. Working outside of regular business hours (in the morning or in the evening) will sometimes be necessary.

As a Field Officer, the responsibilities will include, but are not limited to;

• Must work well within a fast-paced team to meet high-pressure daily and weekly deadlines
• Facilitate pre-primary education programs and initiatives including ECD
• Conduct exams and individual surveys with children in the ECD age range
• Conducting school community consultative meetings
• Sensitize community to universal primary education

Job Requirements:

Required

• A minimum of a diploma/degree is required
• Must have at least 2 years’ experience working with ECD / Standard 1 age students
• Must have excellent organization and time management skills
• Must be extremely detail-oriented and able to balance multiple tasks at once
• Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism and integrity
• Outgoing, energetic and friendly personality who is able to manage stress well
• Must be comfortable receiving detailed feedback in order to improve performance

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to jobs@busaracenter.org and ensure that the subject line reads:  “ FIRST NAME LAST NAME -- REF NO: BU-2015-02-16”

Deadline to Apply: 23rd February 2015

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Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Officer (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya March 2014)

Title: Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Officer

Abt Associates Inc. is a US-based registered Company in Kenya with project offices in Nairobi and Kisumu.

The Abt IRS2 project provides support to the health sector by implementing a three year indoor residual spraying (IRS) malaria prevention project funded by USAID.

The Company is inviting Kenyan applicants qualified in Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Officer for their Kisumu based office.

The IEC Officer will oversee community mobilization and public communication initiatives before and during IRS spray operations in western Kenya.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Develop and review IEC/BCC messages/materials in collaboration with project staff and other stakeholders, including, the Malaria Control Unit of the Ministry of Health and County Health Management Teams.
• Draw IRS mobilization and spray schedules in coordination with county leadership.
• Work through community health workers and other relevant stakeholders to conduct door-to-door community mobilization, awareness and sensitization on IRS.
• Coordinate and participate in interactive Radio talk shows for maximum coverage of IRS.

Qualification requirements include:

• Masters Degree in Communications, Public Health, Community Health, Environmental Studies, or other relevant field.
• At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in communications, community outreach, or public education. Previous IRS or community education experience desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• English language fluency.

Application procedure:

Those who qualify and are interested should send (or deliver) an application letter and detailed curriculum vitae (CV) providing details of 3 work related referees to:

Email: Kenya_IRSJobs@abtassoc.com

Apply not later than 24th March, 2014

Disclaimer 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted directly.

Abt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Abt considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Abt does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

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Head, Institutional Research & Academic Planning (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya February 2014)

Title: Head, Institutional Research & Academic Planning

The Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, not for profit, international University first established in 1983, with 11 teaching sites in eight countries.

The University invites applications for the following position: Head, Institutional Research & Academic Planning

The incumbent will lead the University’s strategic decision making, planning and management byconceptualizing, developing and maintaining university wide data resources.

• S/he will be responsible for the development of Databook, high level institutional research services, forecasting, benchmarking and processing requests for data analysis to assist the academic leadership in decision making based on facts and figures.
• Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in statistical analysis, institutional research, and research methodology.
• S/he should have five years’ experience in higher education or similar setting with at least two years’ relevant experience in data analytics, simulation modeling techniques and business analysis.

Interested candidates are requested to send their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials to, the

Human Resources Manager,

Aga Khan University,

P.O. Box 39340 – 00623,

Parklands Nairobi

Email: hr.ans@aku.edu

so as to reach no later than 21st February 2014. For more information please visit www.aku.edu.

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SEVERAL VACANCIES- WINDLE TRUST (KENYAN JOBS, JOBS IN KENYA JANUARY 2014)

Several Vacancies- (Secondary School Teachers, Administration Officer, Programme Development Officer, Education Officer, Storekeeper, Accounts Officer, Logistics Officer and HR Assistant Jobs) 

Windle Trust Kenya (WTK), a member of Windle Trust International Federation wishes to recruit officers for the positions described below to serve in Dadaab, Garissa County & Kakuma in Turkana County.

1. Secondary School Teachers

The secondary school teachers will be responsible for effective implementation of prescribed Kenya secondary education curriculum in Dadaab Secondary Schools.

Subject combinations: Maths/(Physics, Chem., Geog), English/Lit, Kiswahili/ (History, Business, Geog) IRE/(Arabic, History, Geog), CRE/(History, Business, Geog), Bio/(Chem., Agric), Maths/Computer studies.

Qualifications

A degree in Education.

3 years experience teaching secondary school.

Proven performance as a secondary school teacher with outstanding results

Demonstrated capabilities and strategies to propel secondary schools to top national performance in curricular and cocurricular activities.

Able and willing to live, work, travel in fast-paced and insecure environment adhering to strict security guidelines.

Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point)

2. Volunteer Secondary School Teachers

Secondary School Teachers who have recently completed a degree in education from a recognized university and are in desirous work experience for six months.

Subject combinations: Maths/(Physics, Chem., Geog), English/Lit, Kiswahili/ (History, Business, Geog) IRE/(Arabic, History, Geog), CRE/(History, Business, Geog), Bio/(Chem., Agric), Maths/Computer studies.

3. Administration Officer

The In-STEP Administration Officer is responsible for managing the implementation of the Increased Skills for Tertiary Education Program (InSTEP) of the Borderless Higher Education for Refugees (BHER) project in Dadaab. 

InSTEP prepares students to undertake studies in the BHER university programmes and is coordinated by World University Service Canada (WUSC) and Windle Trust Kenya (WTK). 

The InSTEP Administration Officer reports to the BHER Project Liaison Officer (PLO) in Dadaab, and liaises with WTK, Nairobi, Kenya and WUSC in Ottawa, Canada in consultation with PLO. 

This is a one-year position, with the possibility of renewal dependent on performance and the evolving needs of the project.

Qualifications

A degree in Education with at least 4 years of proven experience in effective and efficient management of Kenya education with high quality outputs.

An understanding of management of University education;

Excellent planning, analytical, conceptual and organizational skills.

Ability to motivate students to perform maximally. Ability to communicate well, be an effective team-player and problem solver are required.

Proven knowledge of Kenya Education systems

Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.

Able and willing to live, work, travel in fast-paced and environment adhering to strict security guidelines.

Proficiency in English language is required.

4. Programme Development Officer

Reporting to the Programme Development Manager the Programme Development Officer provides broad managerial support to the development, implementation and evaluation of funded activities.

The PDO plays a key role in assisting country programmes with the development of annual work-plans and new programme initiatives, monitoring of programme implementation and with documenting and reporting program results

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in management, development studies, education or related discipline

Minimum five (3) years of experience working in programme development, implementation and monitoring

Proven experience with management and monitoring of development programmes in education, including identifying and addressing programmatic, financial, administrative, and logistics needs area

Excellent oral/written communications, interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills

Demonstrated experience working in teams, as well as, working independently with minimum supervision

Excellent good proposal and report writing skills

Good planning and analytical capacities Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.

Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) and M & E software required.

5. Education Officer

The Education Officer will be in charge of implementation of KEEP Project in Dadaab Refugee Camp.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of education activities in collaboration with education staff and partners.

Provision of adequate and timely technical guidance, supervision, capacity building and management support

Promote quality girl-child education programmes.

Promote community self-management in relation to the running of secondary schools.

Provide essential physical facilities and instructional materials to schools

Qualifications

A degree in Education with at least 4 years of proven experience in effective and efficient management of Kenya education with high quality outputs.

Excellent planning, analytical, conceptual and organizational skills.

Ability to motivate staff and students to perform maximally and a good team-player.

Proven knowledge of Kenya Education systems and rich networks with Key MOE officials.

Superior writing skills, including proven ability to conceive and write grant proposals and donor reports.

Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.

Able and willing to live, work, travel in fast-paced and environment adhering to strict security guidelines

6. Storekeeper

The storekeeper is responsible of receiving, storing, issuing supplies, updating stores records and ensuring accountability of the stores systems.

Qualifications

Degree in purchasing and supplies or storehouse management

Member of CIPS or KISM

Knowledge of public procurement and disposal Act and regulations

At least 3 years practical experience in stores management

Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.

Good interpersonal and public relationship

7. Accounts Officer

The accounts officer will be responsible for monthly consolidation of accounts and preparation of quarterly financial statement. 

The AO will prepare monthly floats, update financial records and general ledger, prepare payment vouchers and assist in preparation of financial reports. 

The AO will ensure clear internal audit trails, external audit support, be involved in budgeting, development of account systems and procedures and Safe custody of all financial data and maintenance of fixed assets register

Qualifications

A Bachelor of Commerce (accounting/Finance option)/ Bachelor of business administration from a recognized University

A holder of CPA III (k) final or ACCA (final )

Must be a member of a professional body (ICPAK/ACCA) and of good standing

QuickBooks is a must

Possesses 3 years financial/accounting experience

Must be computer literate

8. Logistics Officer

The Logistics Officer is Overall in-charge for overseeing all aspects of logistics functions: planning, directing, warehousing, distribution, forecasting and reporting of relevant operations.

Logistics Officer will facilitate receipts, sorting out, logging and transportation of materials to user destinations.

The LO will manage logistics personnel, procurement and storekeepers.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics or related field with additional professional training in procurement and logistics management

A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role preferably

Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.

Good interpersonal and public relationship

9. Human Resource Assistant – Nairobi

Windle Trust Kenya is seeking for suitable candidates to fill the position of a Human Resource Assistant in the Nairobi Office.

Desired Qualification, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor’s of Commerce Degree – Human Resource Major, from a recognised University

Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (will be an added advantage)

At least two year’s working experience in a busy HR department

Sound knowledge of the Kenya Labour Laws

Experience in using a HRIS will be an added advantage

Proficiency in the use and application of MS Office software

Knowledge of best practice record keeping methodologies

Proactive, innovative and ability to multi-task; work under pressure

Proven ability and skills in problem solving

Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision

High level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility

Ability to establish and maintain professional relationship staff members and third parties

Strong interpersonal and team building skills, including the ability to work in a multi-cultural setting

Excellent communication, organization and presentational skills

Interested and suitably qualified candidates to submit their application including detailed CV, daytime telephone contact, current remuneration and two professional referees to:

Human Resources Manager,

Windle Trust Kenya

P. O Box 40521 00100,

Nairobi, 

or email: hr@windle.org

on or before Friday, 24 January 2014.

WTK is an equal opportunity employer. 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

No telephone calls please

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HEADTECAHER (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA NOVEMBER 2013)

Title: Headteacher

St Christopher's Preparatory School

We invite a committed, organized and resourceful individual with the appropriate attitude, skills and experience to apply for the following post: Headteacher of Preparatory School, To commence September 2014

 

Applicants should have

• At least five years’ experience of teaching in preparatory or primary schools
• A record of substantial accomplishments in school leadership
• Experience of understanding and delivering the National Curriculum of England and Wales
• A University Degree from a recognised academic institution
• A Teaching qualification from a recognised academic institution

Applicants should be ready to

• Demonstrate the ability to disseminate teaching and learning strategies
• Demonstrate understanding of implementation and management of professional development for staff

The Headteacher would be responsible for;

• Coordinating the delivery of health and safety policies
• The effective performance of all Prep School teachers
• Maintaining and developing effective relationships with Prep School parents
• Managing the pupil assessment and reports systems

The following qualities are essential:

• A positive team player with excellent communication skills
• A warm, engaging and approachable personality
• Determination and tenacity
• Ability to build and lead an outstanding teaching team which will work in harmony with the wider school community
• A strategic thinker
• An efficient administrator

The last date for receiving applications is 31st December 2013.

Apply to Mr David.M.M.Dunn

Application should be sent with a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Email: dmdunn@scslearning.com

Website: www.scslearning.com

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SENIOR EDUCATION OFFICER (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

Title: Senior Education Officer 

Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service Kenya / Djibouti program is seeking to recruit Kenyan nationals for the following position to be based in Dadaab Refugee Camp

Senior Education Officer – 1 Position

The SEO will be based in Dadaab Camp and shall be responsible for coordinating and overseeing operational plans in the Education Department. The incumbent will report directly to the Area Coordinator or her designate, while working closely on daily basis with Education staff  other sectors of LWF.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

Setting short and medium term primary education unit program plans and budgets in liaison with the EC and plans and monitors performance against those plans.

Assisting with planning and design of primary education activities and measures of achievement and collecting data for LWF/DWS primary education unit performance monitoring plan, especially with regard to education indicators.

Overall in charge of school supplies (teaching and learning materials which includes: Making requisitions on quarterly basis of the required school materials and equipment, Distribution of the same to all schools in good time for appropriate utilization; also in overseeing data collection and analysis in schools.

Ensuring regular communication and interaction between the Education Sector Management staff and teachers, and the school management committees, Refugee Education committees, District Education Office, and other development partners and agencies.

Monitoring progress and impact of the primary education unit through regular school visits.

Reviewing annual work plans and activity plans of the unit for comprehensiveness, clarity and adherence to LWF/DWS Somali Refugee Assistant Project-Dadaab goals and objectives.

Working with teachers and others to ensure the meaningful participation of learners in all aspects of the unit

Arranging the sharing of ideas between teachers and schools and coordinating the work of head teachers, school management committees and school inspectors in the camp.

Ensuring effective evaluation of learners to see that schools are in line with the Kenya Schools Curriculum, and noting changes required in curriculum or teaching methods.

Professional Qualification:

Preferable a degree in education. A social science degree in a related discipline would also be considered.

Proven training in curriculum development and implementation, and educational administration.

Proven academic or on-job training and understanding of the Project Cycle model in managing humanitarian assistance.

Relevant Experience:

At least 4 years of progressive experience in primary education programs for refugees or rural communities.

Experience gained within an international humanitarian NGO will be an added advantage.

Strong analytical and administration skills in the management of education/programs consisting of primary education.

Experience in project cycle management, proposal, report writing and excellent computer skills.

Experience in Training of Trainers/Facilitators skills (TOT  TOF) an advantage.

Personal Attributes:

High level of motivation, integrity, commitment and professional responsibility

Ability to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place

Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills

LWF/WS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. LWF/ WS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries. Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/ former employment. They should reach the undersigned by close of business on 28th October, 2013

The HR/Office Administrator

P.O. Box 40870 – 00100,

Nairobi,

Or e-mailed to: seohr.dadaab@gmail.com

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PRIMARY AND SECONDARY TEACHERS (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

Title: Primary and Secondary Teachers

GEMS Cambridge International School – Nairobi is a part of GEMS Education, an established education provider and the largest K-12 education company in the world.

GEMS has a global network of award winning schools which provide high quality holistic education to more than 110,000 students from 151 nationalities. It employs over 10,000 education professionals, specialists and staff from 87 countries.

We are currently recruiting for qualified Primary and Secondary Teachers, a Music teacher and Athletics/Sports Coaches.

We are seeking individuals who are qualified to teach and assess assigned students according to their educational needs and deliver the relevant curriculum, ensuring that each student achieves academic success.

You will be required to participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes in the school and assist in the planning and organising of school events and functions (e.g. inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days, etc.).

Skills & Experience:

Qualifications / Knowledge:

• Education/teaching degree OR first degree and teaching qualification/license.
• Degree related to Music/Sports if applying for specialist subjects with the ability to teach the A Level curriculum.

Skills: 

• Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning.
• Strong subject knowledge.
• More than 1 language is desirable.

Experience: 

• Minimum of two years’ teaching experience.
• International teaching experience is desirable.
• Experience teaching the National Curriculum of England desirable.

Application Process

If you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic about teaching and learning and have the drive and passion to get the most from our students then we would very much welcome your application.

Please email your CV to info_cin@gemsedu.com by 22nd October 2013.

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RESEARCH ASSISTANT (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

Title: Research Assistant

1.0. INTRODUCTION

The African Virtual University (AVU) www.avu.org is a Pan African Intergovernmental Organization established by charter with the mandate of significantly increasing access to quality higher education and training through the innovative use of information communication technologies. A Charter, establishing the AVU as an Intergovernmental Organization, has been signed so far by eighteen (18) African Governments - Kenya, Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Cote d’Ivoire, Tanzania, Mozambique, Democratic Republic of Congo, Benin, Ghana, Republic of Guinea, Burkina Faso, Niger, South Sudan, Sudan, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Nigeria. The AVU has its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and a Regional office in Dakar Senegal with Host-Country Agreements and Diplomatic Status with the two governments.

The AVU Business Plan 2009-2014 has two main thrusts: (a) Educational and support services provided on a fee basis; and (b) Not-for-profit development services. The Not-for-profit development services

aims at building the capacity of AVU Partner Institutions (PIs) with an objective of increasing access to quality education through the following activities: updating and developing content; Open Educational Resources (OER) Development; AVU Capacity Enhancement Program (ACEP); set up/upgrade ODeL centers; developing professional networks through Communities of Practices; Research and Development; and Quality Evaluation and Benchmarking.

Some of the Not-for-profit development services were delivered from 2005 to 2011 through the AVU Multinational Project I, funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and implemented in 10 African countries.

The AfDB is funding a second phase of the Multinational Project which will build on the first phase and will extend its benefits to more countries. The overall objective of the AVU Multinational Project II is to strengthen the capacity of the AVU and a network of 27 institutions to deliver and manage quality ICT integrated education and training opportunities in 21 African countries. The project has the following activities: (1) Establishment of new Open Distance and eLearning (ODeL) Centers and/or upgrading of exiting AVU Learning Centers as well as Internet connectivity provision at AVU Partner Institutions; (2) Development and/or improvement, and delivery of four ICT integrated Programs: AVU Capacity Enhancement Program (ACEP); Teacher Education (TE), Computer Science (CS), and Peace and Conflict Resolution; (3) Gender Mainstreaming, (4) Research and Development; (5) Promotion and development of Open Education Resources (OERs); and (6) Enhancement of AVU Capacity .

The AVU Multinational Project II will be implemented in 27 AVU Partner Institutions in the following 21 countries: nine (9) Francophone African Countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal; three (3) Lusophone African Countries: Cape Verde, Guinea Bissau and Mozambique; and nine (9) Anglophone African Countries: Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sudan, South Sudan, and Tanzania.

To successfully implement the enhancement of the capacity of AVU, the organization wishes to engage a well experienced Program Officer - Research, who will be responsible for setting up a Research Unit at AVU and for the implementation of the AVU Research and Development Agenda.

2.0. SCOPE OF WORK

1. Provide support in the implementation of the AVU research and development agenda.

2. Assist with writing, editing and research projects.

3. Process and track proposal and manuscript submissions for the AVU conferences and online journal.

4. Conduct initial review of conference and journal submissions for compliance with required guidelines and correspond with authors in a timely fashion on their submissions.

5. Operate online peer-review software to facilitate the peer review process including uploading files, and ensuring a timely peer review process.

6. Communicate issues raised by editorial management to authors, editors and reviewers.

7. Assist authors, reviewers, and editors by responding to queries by email and phone.

8. Liaise with copy-editors, compositors and proof readers.

9. Troubleshoot routine conference proposals and manuscript issues, provide input on discussions and escalate issues when appropriate.

10. Provide support as needed to the editorial board.

11. Assist with the organization and logistical support for the AVU annual conference.

12. Assist with press, website updates and marketing of the conferences and the journal.

13. Maintain and regularly update peer reviewer database.

14. Maintain relevant statistics on the conferences and online journal.

15. Other duties as assigned by management.

3.0. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

1. Online and open peer-reviewed journal supported.

2. Organization of annual conferences supported.

3. Conference and online journal submissions processed.

4. Peer-reviewer database maintained and updated.

5. Marketing and press on conferences and online journal supported.

6. Support provided to editors and editorial board.

7. Support provided to AVU Research & Development activities.

4.0. QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Languages (English/French), Education or related discipline. Master’s degree preferred.
• Educational training and some experience in conducting scholarly research including skills in literature review, research design, data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Strong writing and editing skills, background in working for a publication (preferably academic) would be an advantage.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to collaborate with individuals from different location and cultures.
• Self-starter and able to take initiative.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Language: Bilingual French-English. Ability to write and communicate proficiently in both French and English. Knowledge of Portuguese will be an added advantage.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, Access, Internet Skills.

5.0. MODALITIES OF WORK This is a full time employment.

6.0 DURATION 2 years renewable.

7.0 REPORTING The Research Assistant will report to the Manager, Research & Development

8.0 PAYMENT

The salary will be commensurate with the qualification and experience of the successful candidate.

To Apply

The African Virtual University (AVU) www.avu.org is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate will be appointed for 2 years renewable.

Application must include a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae and two writing samples. Also required is a telephone number; email and residential addresses; and names with contact addresses of three professional references. Applications should be sent to job@avu.org and must have Research Assistant as the email subject.

All inquiries should be sent to avuhr@avu.org

The successful candidate will be based at the AVU Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The closing date for this application is 21st October 2013 at 18:00 East African Time (UTC/GMT + 3) Note: ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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PURCHASING AND SUPPLIES TUTOR (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

Title: Purchasing And Supplies Tutor

Position in purchasing and supplies tutor who is well versed in the following units:

1.            Life skills

2.            Element of law

3.            Warehousing operation  stock control

4.            Supply chain management  purchasing principles

5.            Financial accounting.

To apply, send your CV only to recruitment@careerdirections.co.ke before 15th October.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and your minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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