IT/Data Research/Intern

Required for a growing Civil Society Organization based in Ongata Rongai an enterprising, innovative, imaginative and results oriented young professional willing to contribute and learn for a short stint.

IT/ Data Research/ Intern
Job Purpose
To support research, data crunching, mining of data from different portals, visualization of data, programming and write-ups for online content.

He/She will work closely with the project team to ensure delivery of high quality projects that are backed by hard data.

Main Responsibilities:
Project support

• Supporting and developing capacity of project team in data and ICT
• Troubleshooting and maintenance of Office systems

Data / IT / ResearchDevelopment and coding of research materials

• Support enhancement of systems for monitoring and evaluation
• Media monitoring
• Data management and visualization through various maps
• Data mining, analysis and development of write-ups
• Advisory and/ or development of digital apps especially mobile apps
• Management of web content
• Other tasks as may be assigned

Required qualifications and Competencies:

• Minimum Degree level of education in a technical discipline dealing with data and ICT
• Demonstrable experience in tinkering and developing IT solutions
• Thorough knowledge of programming languages like java, php and python and a good understanding of CSS and JavaScript
• Familiarity and expertise in use of mapping tools
• Ability to transform end-user needs to applications
• Strong social awareness
• Excellent research and web skills
• Knowledge of statistical packages (SAS, STATA, SPSS)
• Extremely professional, personable and of reasonably high values and integrity
• A good understanding of how Civil Society Organizations operate is an advantage
• Be able to operate most of the time in Rongai and environs 

If you meet these specifications, send your application and CV, with details of three Referees to hr.wlrn@gmail.com before 25th November 2012.


Brief 1-2 pager write-ups on suitability or samples of work/ projects done would help.

ICDC- Trainees

Summary: 

The Industrial & Commercial Development Corporation (ICDC) is a State Corporation established in 1954 to promote the economic development of Kenya through the establishment and growth of industrial and commercial enterprises. The Corporation is on its way to becoming a high-performance public entity that contributes meaningfully to the economic development of Kenya.
As part of our strategic realignment we believe that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the realization of our corporate goals. ICDC therefore invites applications from qualified professionals for the following position:-Customer Relationship Interns (2 positions)


Description:

Role:
To support all sales and customer service initiatives to grow business and offer excellent customer service.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Attending to customer queries through walk-ins, telephone and email.
• Carrying out market intelligence for business opportunities from the print media.
• Follow up on all documentations required for a complete business proposal efficiently and expeditiously to ensure that potential new business opportunities are not lost to competitors.
• Monitor relationships on a day to day basis to ensure good customer service on the maintenance of SLA.
• In liaison with the Business Development Officer prepare a calling program for the targeted Institution/s. Market the corporations’ products to potential investors, entrepreneurs and institutions.
• Compiling, analyzing, interpreting and preparing reports on contacts made, business opportunities identified and business realized.
• Support implementation of all customer service initiatives


Requirements:

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• A degree or diploma in business related field with a bias in sales and marketing
• Minimum of 1 years working experience in Customer/Account Relationship
• Experience in financial institution will be an added advantage

COMPETENCES/ATTRIBUTES
Personal attributes:
Decisive, aggressive, good relationship management skills, initiative/self-motivated, integrity, ability to deliver results, well-groomed, articulate, team player

Skills required:
Leadership, negotiation, presentation skills, interpersonal networking skills, good communication skills, business opportunity identification skills

Computer Skills:
High level of computer literacy. Adept in use of Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel & Power-point.

Contract Type: Successful candidates will serve for a period of (6) six months with the possibility of consideration for a longer term engagement dependent on performance.

How to apply
If you meet the above criteria and are ready for the challenge, submit an application letter which indicates current remuneration and day time telephone contacts accompanied with a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to the below address or apply online.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
ICDC is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
All applications should be received on or before 9th November 2012.
Job ID: 64211 
Date Posted: 05 November 2012 


Closing Date: 09 November 2012
HR & ADM. MANAGER
PO Box 45519 - 00100
NAIROBI




PR and Communications Intern (1 position)


Category: Media, Communications & PR Location: Nairobi, Kenya 
Employment Type: Trainee 
Summary: 

The Industrial & Commercial Development Corporation (ICDC) is a State Corporation established in 1954 to promote the economic development of Kenya through the establishment and growth of industrial and commercial enterprises. The Corporation is on its way to becoming a high-performance public entity that contributes meaningfully to the economic development of Kenya.
As part of our strategic realignment we believe that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the realization of our corporate goals. ICDC therefore invites applications from qualified professionals for the following position:-PR and Communications Intern (1 position)


Description:

Role:
Assist in planning, developing and implementing PR and Communications strategies to reinforce the new Corporate brand and create awareness of the Corporation’s products and services.

JOB DESCRIPTION
• Media liaison – Assist in day to day media inquiries. On a daily basis we receive many media inquiries through telephone and/or or walk-ins. These must be attended to safeguard positive image.
• Sponsorship and donations – assist with the preliminary work of analyzing the requests received and drafting responses to the respective inquiries.
• Assist in proofs print and advertising copy for grammatical and typographical errors
• Assist in writing, editing, and gathering stories for ICDC staff newsletter
• Assist in creative design and layout of Annual report, customers service charter and staff newsletter
• Assist in monitoring and reconciling advertising budget
• Assist in the development of PR and Communication strategies
• Assist in negotiating and collaborating with vendors and outside teams such as printers.
• Stakeholder Relations – prepare a list of ICDC stakeholders, business forums to partner with ICDC for business purposes.
• Media monitoring of the ongoing thematic and tactical advertising campaigns and other advertisements, and prepare media reports on feedback received from the advertisements
• Assist in developing ICDC calendar of events
• Assist in preparing distribution schedules of calendars and diaries.
• Assist in managing the new brand, planning, coordinating and executing PR activities and events to promote positive image
• Coordinate and maintain good relations with various stakeholders, both internal and external
• Write and edit articles about the Corporation for print media as and when required.
• Prepare and supervise production of various publicity materials.
• Assist in preparing speeches and other PR reports


Requirements:

JOB REQUIREMENTS • Bachelors degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or Marketing from a recognized university
• Post-graduate qualification in Public Relations, Communication or Journalism in media studies is an added advantage
• IT savvy especially on design and graphics applications
• At least 1 years’ experience in similar position with proven track record of creating positive impact on business through PR and Communication activities
• Must have good organizational, management and communication skills.
• Experience in a financial services institution will be an added advantage
• Competencies / Attributes
• Communication skills with flair in persuasive writing
• Computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite especially Word, Excel & Power-point
• Website design and desktop publishing
• Knowledge of Other design programs such as website, desktop publishing & Photoshop will be an added advantage
• Good Team player
• Creative and organized person with determination to succeed.


Contract Type: Successful candidates will serve for a period of (6) six months with the possibility of consideration for a longer term engagement dependent on performance.

How to apply If you meet the above criteria and are ready for the challenge, submit an application letter which indicates current remuneration and day time telephone contacts accompanied with a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to the below address or apply online. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
ICDC is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
All applications should be received on or before 9th November 2012.
Job ID: 64212 Date Posted: 05 November 2012 
Closing Date: 09 November 2012


HR & ADM. MANAGER
PO Box 45519 - 00100
NAIROBI

United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)- Intern

INTERN - HUMAN RESOURCES, I

Department/ Office: United Nations Office at NairobiDuty Station:NAIROBI
Posting Period: 28 October 2012-18 November 2012
Job Opening number: 12-HRE-UNON-25255-R-NAIROBI

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the United Nations Headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. UNON supports programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) globally, as well as other United Nations offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). This internship will be located in the Staff Development and Training Unit, Human Resources Management Service, UNON

The internship is for three (3) months with an opportunity for extension up to six (6) months, pending on the needs of the office.

The internship is UNPAID and full time.

Interns work five (5) days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office in which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

1. Internship Program in Nairobi
Assist in administration of programme, including recruitment of interns, training, development of resources to support the implementation of the program for interns and supervisors, archiving intern data and files, and preparation of surveys and presenting survey data

2. Outreach ActivitiesRedevelop SDTU content for UNON intranet and internet
Perform SDTU monthly Intranet updates on the UNON content management system with an emphasis on ensuring that the posted information is up-to-date.
Responsible for updating the intern-driven web pages hosted on the unon.org public website (in Dreamweaver) on a monthly basis.
Assist in development of brochures, posters, other outreach publications and support HR Days

3. Language ProgrammeAssist in administration of programme, including assisting with registration of staff members in training/learning programmes, development of resources to support the implementation of the program, archiving data and files, preparation of surveys and presenting survey data, and administrative tasks as assigned

4. Training Activities

• Assist with registration of staff members in training/learning programmes
• Assist with preparing and/or following up on training evaluation surveys and presenting survey data
• Prepare training facilities for the conduct of the weekly new staff induction briefing and other training/learning programs, including setting up technical equipment, photocopying learning resources, compiling attendance sheets, etc
• Input data into training databases

5. Induction/Orientation Program in Nairobi

• Develop a proposal to redevelop the induction/orientation program in Nairobi
• Contribute to the development and/or develop learning resources to support the implementation of the program. This includes eliciting information from UNON business units and other agencies.
• Assist in the implementation and coordination of the program, including preparing training rooms, registration of participants, evaluation surveys, etc.

6. Research on HRD

• Conduct research on latest development in the field of HR and Learning & Development, and formulate recommendations on additional initiatives to promote learning and development within the organization.

7. Additional Duties

• Assist the SDTU team on an ad hoc basis to complete urgent tasks, including desktop publishing, handling walk-in inquiries and routine tasks such as photocopying.
• Assit in promoting the use of and resources avaliable in the Career and Learning Resource Center

CompetenciesProfessionalism:

• Shows pride in work and in achievements
• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter
• Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results
• Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges Communication:
• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively;
• Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication;
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience;
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork:
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings Client Orientation:
• Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view
• Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
• Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
• Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
• Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
• Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client Technological Awareness:
• Keeps abreast of available technology
• Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office
• Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks
• Shows willingness to learn new technology

Education

Applicants must be pursuing qualifications in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Management or Education, or similar.

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in their third or fourth year of an undergraduate degree programme, or pursuing a Masters or PhD, or If pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree.
• Be computer literate in standard software applications, particularly Microsoft Office applications
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include the willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinion and views.

Work ExperienceApplicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official language of the United Nations is an advantage.

Assessment MethodEvaluation of candidates for this internship may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a written test and face-to-face or telephone interview.

Potential candidates will be contacted by directly by Staff Development and Training Unit, UNON for further consideration.

Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include:

1. A completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references2. An accompanying letter (cover note) that includes:
2. Title of degree you are currently studying
3. Graduation date (when you will be graduating from the programme)
4. List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using
5. Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship
6. Explain you interest in the United Nations Internship Programme in Nairobi.

3. A letter from your university or equivalent institution clearly indicating the status of your enrollment, what programme you are enrolled in and the anticipated date of graduation from the programme.

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

African Development Bank- Internship Programme

The broad objectives of the program are to:

• Provide students with an opportunity to acquire professional and practical experience at the African Development Bank.
• Provide the Bank with a pool of potential candidates for future recruitment purposes.

However applicants should not expect the internship to lead to immediate employment with the AfDB.

To be eligible for internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Applicants must:

• Be students, aged between eighteen (18) to thirty (30) years, and currently enrolled in a master’s level degree program or its equivalent in a recognized public or private institution of higher learning. The candidate can apply for an internship within one year of having obtained such a degree.
• Provide a letter from their school confirming their enrollment.
• Be citizens of one of the Bank’s member countries.
• Be fluent in, at least, one of the Bank’s working languages (English or French).
• Application Procedure

Applicants are required to apply through this link.

• Applicants are requested to attach:
• A comprehensive CV and a cover letter.
• Copy of the latest Degree or equivalent or
• A recommendation letter from the academic institution they are currently attending.
• A brief description of the program or the topic (thesis or dissertation) to be prepared during the internship (when applicable).

Please note that only complete applications will be processed.
Duration / Timing / Location of Internship

Internships will initially be for a period of three months, renewable for up to six months (maximum).

The timing for the 2013 program is as follows:

• Winter - Session I: January through March 2013. Application period from 9th July 2012 to 15th October 2012.
• Summer - Session II: June through August 2013. Application period from 1st December 2012 to 1st March 2013.

Terms and Conditions
Interns will be provided with a monthly stipend of 550 UA (Units of Accounts - AfDB moving average exchange rate applicable in July 2012 is 1 UA= $1.55644 = 1.16317 Euro = 2.30733 TND).

Eligible interns will be responsible for their airfare to and from the location of their internship, their visa if needed and will be required to have international medical and accident insurance coverage for the duration of their internship.

All enquiries regarding the internship program should be addressed to:
Human Resources Management Department

African Development Bank
P.O. Box 323-1002 Tunis-Belvedere, Tunisia
FAX: (+216) 71 83 14 72 or E-mail: internship@afdb.org