NGO Jobs in Masalani, Ijara, Kenya


For its new program in Ijara district, the Solidarity Islamic France, is seeking a
 

Logistic / Security Officer
 
Start date: 15 August 2012          
 
Based in: Masalani (Ijara district)
 
Responsibilities:
 

The Logistics and security Officer is responsible for supervising logistic of the SIF offices (procurement, equipment and communication system, vehicle fleet) and ensuring security and safety of team and SIF property.

In short, the logistic/security officer is responsible of:
1.          Providing the SIF program with adequate and defined  logistics support
2.          The respect of the SIF logistic procedures by all SIF employees as per guidelines.
3.          Managing efficiently the logistic team.
4.          The respect of security rules and hardware used by SIF employees as per security guidelines and in collaboration with the field coordinator.
Objectives: 

1. Ensure SIF logistic service are efficiently managed and procedures are respected/logistic document properly archived:
 
Supply chain:
·                     Ensure that all procurement documents for each purchase/contract are in respect of SIF procedures and properly archived.
Equipment management
·                     Enter all assets in the SIF inventory whenever new purchases are done. Maintain accurate inventory of funded activities and assets. Update the inventory on a regular basis.
·                     Supervise allocation and use of equipment by SIF employee (use of allocation sheet for each staff).
Communication tools management
·                     Responsible (maintenance, repair, contract and allocation) of all communications system: landline; internet; mobile phone and radio. Train staff on proper use of communication tools.
Vehicles and movement
·                     Ensure and supervise the vehicle fleet; set up vehicle tracking system (movement planning and recording movement). Ensure with drivers, cars and equipment for off road are in good conditions.
Building and rehabilitation work
·                     Develop and monitor any work contract (construction, rehabilitation and maintenance according to lease contract).
·                     Identify needs for repair/rehabilitation/construction and hire relevant casual or contractors.
2. Ensure logistic service is properly coordinated with program teams
·                     Meet regularly with program team to define needs/seek clarification.
·                     Follow up and keep track of all orders made and goods issued to requesters.
3. Ensure the logistic team is properly managed
·                     Maintain clear rules and regulations for the guards and drivers on SIF duty.
·                     Draw up a work plan for all DRC logistic staff and ensure smooth management.
4. Security Management
·                     Responsible of organizing and managing the security of persons, goods and property.
·                     Implement and ensure that clear security rules/regulations and procedures (DRC security plan) are respected by all DRC staff, contractor and guest.
·                     Ensure that relevant recommended equipment e.g. first aid kit, fire extinguisher, tyre changing equipment and card containing emergency call numbers is available. 
Management
·                     The Logistic/Security officer reports to the Field Coordinator.
·                     The Logistic/security officer manages and supervises the drivers, watchmen and casual workers.
Requirement:
·                     Relevant diploma or equivalent in the logistic sector (Supply, transport, procurement, warehousing, ICT, or other relevant)
·                     At least 4 years of relevant field experience in the logistic sector with NGO and/or UN agency.
·                     Proven experience of large and various purchase through tender (sample/reference will be asked).
·                     Proven experience in security management – implementation of security plan.
·                     Highly motivated to join a new INGO in Kenya; Pro active and able to work independently.
·                     Proven experience in team management and team player in a larger team.
·                     Proficient in Microsoft pack office and communication system (IT studies a plus).
Deadline for applications: Send Cover letter and CV to apply.sif@gmail.com before 30 July 2012.


Human Resource / Finance Manager
 
Start date: 15 August 2012          
 
Based in: Masalani (Ijara district)
 
Responsibilities:

The Finance and HR manager is responsible for supervising human resources and finance of the field offices (employee files, HR regulation, salary payment, accountancy, archiving supporting document, contract payment) according to SIF internal procedures and donor requirement.
 
In short, the HR/Finance manager is responsible of:
·                     Ensure proper booking of expenditure in respect to SIF regulation and budget availability.
·                     Proper archiving of expenditure/cash book per project and month.
·                     Proper update of human resources document (attendance, leave, salary etc.).
·                     Control proper procurement procedure before approval of expenses
·                     Ensure that line manager and staff are respecting SIF Human resource policy (leave policy, appraisal evaluation etc.)
Objectives: 

1. Finance and cash book
·                     Update cash books according to budget plan and archive hardcopies in files. Close account and perform systematic check- bank reconciliation.
·                     Make and/or order payment according to forecast and purchase request – ensure efficient cash flow.
·                     Compile all finance documents at field level and liaise with country administrator.
2. Accountability and compliance
·                     Check the eligibility of invoices submitted for payment (compliance with purchase order, delivery note, required information) ;
·                     Ensure that all procurement procedures are respected in collaboration with logistic officer.
·                     Ensure that procurement is done with relevant authority/threshold and budget holder (right signatures are appended)
3. Manage efficiently administrative matters at field level:
·                     Manage and archive contracts: rental, staff, and purchase.
·                     Ensure Kenyan government regulations for NGO are applied and respected – Liaise with local authorities for all administrative matters.
·                     Manage guesthouse and office’s staff and caretakers in collaboration with logistic officer.
4. Ensure application of SIF HR guidelines:
·                     Provide monthly employee report/matrix (leave, absence, sick, warning, overtime etc.)
·                     Ensure code of conduct and SIF HR regulations are respected and procedures applied.
·                     Support field coordinator in HR issues as required.
Management
·                     The HR/Finance manager reports to the Field Coordinator.
·                     The HR/Finance manages and supervises the guesthouse staff.
Requirement:
·                     Relevant diploma or equivalent in the accounting sector (Business/Administration, Accounting and finance, or other relevant)
·                     At least 4 years of relevant field experience in the accounting sector with NGO and/or UN agency.
·                     Proven experience of large and various purchase through tender (sample/reference will be asked).
·                     Proven experience in managing cash flow and cash books.
·                     Highly motivated to join a new INGO in Kenya; Pro active and able to work independently.
·                     Proven experience in team management and team player in a larger team.
·                     Proficient in Microsoft pack office and communication system (IT studies a plus).
Deadline for applications: Send Cover letter and CV to apply.sif@gmail.com before 30 July 2012.