Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Employment Vacancies in Kenya

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The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent, humanitarian non-governmental organization which provides assistance, protection and durable solutions to refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide.

NRC Kenya/Somalia Program runs education, Sheller and protection activities in Dadaab North Eastern Kenya and in three locations in Somalia. i.e. Puntland, Somaliland and South Central Somalia.

NRC invites applications for the following positions for Dadaab Field Office, starting February 2010-December 2010, with Possibility of extension.

Positions Vacant: Procurement Assistant

Reporting to: Procurement Officer

Main responsibilities & Tasks
• Facilitate the sourcing of various supplies as instructed
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate deliveries
• Assist in Preparation of weekly procurement status report
• Register and maintain proper files of requisitions, quotations and purchase orders and other relevant documents
• Ensure that all relevant documents relating to procurement are submitted to the finance department for timely payment to suppliers
Required Qualifications
• University Degree or equivalent Higher Diploma in purchasing and supplies management, business administration or logistics from a recognized institution
• Minimum 3 years in procurement or related field in a humanitarian organization
• Proven ability to use MS Office software (especially Word, Excel)

Positions Vacant: Logistics Assistant

Reporting to: Logistics Coordinator

Main Responsibilities & Tasks
• Plan a materials flow system from procurement into and out of the warehouse to support the projects
• Supervise and coach warehouse support staff on warehouse procedures
• Maintain accurate and updated asset inventory registers
• Ensure proper identification of all arrival/departure material (quantity, quality, and delivery)
• Conduct periodic physical stock count in the warehouse
• Preparation of accurate and timely stock reports
Required Qualifications:
• University Degree or equivalent Higher Diploma in Logistics ,store management or business administration from recognized institution
• Minimum 2 years in the same field in a humanitarian organization
• Proven ability to use MS Office software (especially Word, Excel)

Position Vacant: IT Technician

Reporting to: Logistics Coordinator

Main Responsibilities & Tasks
• Implementation of ICT management Systems and strategies according to NRC policies
• Install and Maintain networks administration
• Performance of specific technical functions, including changing of hardware electronic components and routine repairs
• Assist in the installation of commercial and in-house developed software and related upgrade
• Installation and Monitoring of domain server traffic, usage and performance
Required Qualifications:
• Degree or diploma in computer sciences, information systems or related area from a recognized institution
• 3 years experience in the area of information management/technology or related area is a requirement
If you meet the above requirements, please send a cover letter including your CV, Copies of Academic Credentials, contacts of three referees and daytime telephone numbers to the address below by, Friday 12th February 2010.

Please quote the job title on the subject heading or envelope.

NRC – Chaka Place,
3rd Floor
P.O. Box 21211 00100 GPO -
Nairobi, Kenya

Or e-mail to: nrc_nb @ som.nrc.no

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal-opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation




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