For over 45 years and in 146
countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional
nations to succeed in the global economy.
Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA
is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical
and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise
development, community development and food security in order to promote
broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society.
Driver, Marsabit, Kenya
We are currently seeking a
driver for the Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid
Lands-Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) project, funded by USAID.
The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an
inclusive livestock value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and
stimulates economic growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond.
The primary REGAL-AG office is based
in Nairobi, with an office in each of the target operational regions, Marsabit
and Isiolo
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Determine safe and efficient driving routes
for transportation of personnel and goods
- Assist with daily business errands and the
photocopying of office documents
- Maintain accurate vehicle logs
- Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of program
vehicles
- Assist with the delivery of documents and
receipt of procurements into the office
- Perform other duties as assigned by the
Regional and Operations Managers
- Strict compliance with ACDI/VOCA Employee
Policy Manual, particularly regarding:
- Security Procedures
- Use of a Cell Phone/PDA while Driving
- Vehicle usage policy
Qualifications:
- Driver’s license and clean driving record
- At least two (2) years of experience in a
similar occupation
- Experience with USAID project procedures,
policies and compliance requirements are highly preferred
- Fluency in English required
To be considered for this
recruitment, please e-mail your resume to REGALAG@joinav.org no
later than 15th Aug 2014.
Please include the position title in
the subject line.
Preference will be given to local
candidates.
EOE.
Please apply by close of business,
August 15th 2014.
Applications may also be dropped at the REGAL AG offices situated Dr. Bonaya Godana's Residence Marsabit Lodge Road Next to Member's Club Marsabit.
Applications may also be dropped at the REGAL AG offices situated Dr. Bonaya Godana's Residence Marsabit Lodge Road Next to Member's Club Marsabit.
Envelopes must be clearly
marked “ APPLICATION FOR DRIVER POSITION- MARSABIT”
Operations Manager – Marsabit
We are currently
seeking an Operations Manager for the Resilience and Economic Growth in the
Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) project, funded by USAID.
The goal of REGAL-AG is to foster an
inclusive livestock value chain that increases pastoralists’ resilience and
stimulates economic growth in several Kenyan counties and beyond.
The primary REGAL-AG office is based
in Nairobi, with an office in each of the target operational regions, Marsabit
and Isiolo
This is a local position and the Operations Manager will handle all aspects of the administration, operations and financial management of the regional office in Marsabit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This is a local position and the Operations Manager will handle all aspects of the administration, operations and financial management of the regional office in Marsabit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure that administrative, operations and
procurement functions of Marsabit office are in compliance with
ACDI/VOCA’s Employee Personnel Manual (EPM), Procurement Manual, USAID
rules and regulations, and applicable Kenyan law; prepare required
documentation
- Address general mail deliveries for the
Marsabit office, including invoices, requests for information, etc.
- Ensure proper order of office systems and
enforce laid down procedures
- Monitor office equipment and maintain supply
levels, submit supply order requests as needed
- Act as liaison to outside vendors, ensure
proper documentation as well as proper vendor management
- Assist with setup for new staff members to
ensure smooth orientation
- Ensure efficient maintenance of office assets,
equipment, facilities, IT, security, etc.
- Ensure efficient organization and execution of
events, conferences, workshops, large general meetings in Marsabit
- Supervise the drivers and any temporary or
contract workers such as cleaners, security guards, maintenance workers,
etc.
- Monitor and record staff attendance times and
dates for Marsabit office – inform the Office and Logistics Manager of
staff leave (annual and sick) and ensure that prior approval as needed
- Maintain organized and accurate records
including the submission of payment requests for general invoices,
payments, and expense reports
- Maintain adequate Petty Cash for Marsabit
office, notifying Office and Logistics Manager as needed if
additional funds are required
- Maintain and/or prepare receipts of items
purchased and provide office asset information to the Office and Logistics
Manager for entering into the electronic inventory system
Qualifications:
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in management or
related field is required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing
office operations and demonstrated understanding of and experience with
USAID policy and procedures
- Strong oral and written communication skills
is required
- Good problem solver, self-starter, creative
and innovative, good communication, leadership and reporting skills
required
To be considered for this
recruitment, please e-mail your resume to REGALAG@joinav.org
Please include the position title in
the subject line.
No phone calls please.
Only finalists contacted.
Women and minorities encouraged to
apply.
Preference will be given to local
candidates .
