Job Advertisement (Local)
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) is one of the five
regional components of the African Standby Force established by the African
Union for the purpose of containing the scourge of conflicts and enhancing
peace and security in the continent.
The Eastern Africa Standby Force Coordination Mechanism
(EASFCOM) wishes to recruit additional competent personnel to enhance internal
controls. Applications are invited from qualified candidates to fill the vacant
positions as outlined below.
EASFCOM will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet
its requirements. Qualified women are encouraged to apply. Applications
should be received not later than 30th March 2012.
IT Officer
1 Post
Station: EASFCOM, Nairobi, Kenya
Grade: P1 Step 1
Report to: The Head of Administration
Overall Responsibility: Responsible for the operations and management of the IT Systems
and Equipment within EASF.
Essential Functions
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Responsible for the Administration and management of EASF
database.
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Responsible for maintenance of Network Software Systems
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Responsible for control of data and network security.
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Design and maintain the EASF website, continuously monitoring
the development of the site.
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Designing and updating the EASF website on a regular basis with
relevant information in consultation with the Director EASFCOM.
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Responsible for electronic publication of any EASF Material
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Installing and configuring application software, and maintain
employee computers, networks, workstations, file servers, Ethernet networks,
network cabling and other related equipment, devices and systems. Add and
configure modems, disk drives, data acquisition boards, CD ROM units, printers
and related equipment.
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Investigate user problems, identify their source, determine possible
solutions, tests and implement the solutions.
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Monitor performance of network, checking security breaches and
poor data management practices.
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Responsible for control and management of EASF Accounting
Software
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Responsible for control and maintenance of user accounts for
employees.
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Maintain a 24hour email and Internet access.
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Monitor all network links to ensure remote connectivity.
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Email /exchange systems administration.
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Guide procurement department on acquisition of IT equipment.
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Induct employees on how to access and use the network.
Knowledge and Abilities:
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Knowledge of HTML, PHP, MySQL and JavaScript
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Knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems & Software
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In-depth technical knowledge of PC hardware
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Knowledge of Navision
Minimum Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology
and Systems administration.
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At least five years continuous in IT manager in a busy
organization.
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Relevant Certification such as Oracle, Microsoft.
Terms and Conditions
The post is tenable on a three (3) year contract term to an
ideal candidate who shall be within age brackets of 30 – 45 years of age.
Information Management
Consultant
Station: EASFCOM, Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 1 year
Essential Functions
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Administering and managing EASF Website. Put stories as
appropriate in the national and regional media and on EASF website.
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Writing press releases & respond to media requests as needed
under the guidance of Director.
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Hold overall responsibility for video, web &
e-communications such as for producing a monthly PDF newsletter targeted at the
partners and friends of EASF.
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Development & implementation of an overall, coherent,
balanced & integrated regional communications strategy designed to maximize
programme impact and build a clear and motivational image of EASF.
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In charge of quality control of all documents to be published by
EASF and other structures, both in terms of editorial pre-approval and design
pre-approval
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Developing & maintaining database and relationships with
media based in region and with the national media.
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Translating all publicity materials and any other relevant
document for day to day communication in the organization.
Requirements
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Master’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Linguistics or
Information Science from a recognized University.
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At least five years continuous experience in Print media, Public
Relations and in a busy organization.
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Diploma in IT or 5 years continuous experience in ICT field
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Fluent in both spoken and written English and French.
Terms and Conditions: One
(1) year contract.
Bilingual Secretary
1 Post
Station: EASFCOM, Nairobi, Kenya
Grade: GS 5 Step 1
Report to: The Head of Administration
Essential Functions
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Typing and proof reading documents, reports, correspondence,
messages etc as required by the Supervisors in English and French.
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Translation of documents to French and English and vice
versa from time to time as required by the Organization
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Receiving and drafting responses to routine correspondence.
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Receiving office guests, visitors and staff and provide them
with the basic information on relevant issues and procedures maintaining
professional ethics and high degree of customer care.
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Performing general secretarial/clerical duties including
photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing.
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Handling communication in form of telephone, mail fax and other
forms of communication.
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Handling all telephone inquiries for the Organization, arrange
for call backs, provide back-up materials for callbacks as well as redirect
phone calls to the relevant offices.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in linguistics, English, French, Education or
relevant field from a recognized University.
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Fluent in both English and French and any other AU Official
languages.
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Minimum five years working experience in a multicultural
setting.
Terms and Conditions
The post is tenable on a three (3) year contract term to an
ideal candidate who shall be within age brackets of 30 – 45 years of age.
How to Apply:
Applications together with copies of certificates and a detailed
CV with three referees should be submitted only by E-Mail, registered mail or
courier service to:
Director
EASFCOM
Karen – Westwood Park Rd, off Ngong Rd., next to Kenya Defence Staff College
P.O. Box 1444 – 00502, Karen, Nairobi, KENYA
Fax: (254) (0)20 88 46 96
E-Mail: easbricom@easbrig.org.
EASFCOM
Karen – Westwood Park Rd, off Ngong Rd., next to Kenya Defence Staff College
P.O. Box 1444 – 00502, Karen, Nairobi, KENYA
Fax: (254) (0)20 88 46 96
E-Mail: easbricom@easbrig.org.
