Internal auditor vacancy

Internal auditor vacancy
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (Ref No. NRS/64/082014)
icipe — African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics. icipe has 400 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia.
icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of INTERNAL AUDITOR in the Director General’s (DG) Office.  A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
The position is tenable in Duduville, Nairobi, Kenya. This is a two-year contract, with opportunities for renewal pegged on individual performance and availability of funds.
Overall purpose of the job
To assess and improve icipe’s financial operations.
Specific duties:

• Prepare annually a risk based audit plan for approval by DG.
  
• Review accounting and internal controls systems, monitor their operation and recommend improvements thereto.
  
• Examine financial records and documents to ensure they are properly kept and deviations reported.
  
• Check financial records and documents to ensure that project operations comply with Donor requirements and the financial claims from Donors are complete and accurate.
  
• Carry out operations audits, and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of operational procedures.
  
• Make recommendations for improvements and review the implementation of corporate policies and plans, among other functions.
  
• Issue periodic reports to the DG and Board Audit Committee summarising results of internal audit activities.
  

Requirements/Qualifications:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related business field
  
• Be a Certified Public Accountant with at least 5 years practical audit experience gained at a supervisory level
  
• Possess excellent working knowledge of professional software applications such as MS Word, Excel and Access, and computerized systems of accounting.
  

Other desirable attributes:

• Excellent report writing, analytical and communication skills.
  
• Previous experience working in a not-for-profit organisation will be an added advantage.
  
• Knowledge of auditing standards and practices, risk management, and applicable financial rules and procedures.
  

Reporting
This position reports to the Director General.
The selected candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must arrive via email on or before the 3^rd September 2014. Please quote the job reference number NRS/64/082014 on the email subject line. Interested applicants should submit: (a) a confidential cover letter, (b) detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses, fax numbers), and (c) a one-page write-up on how you consider yourself suitable for the job, to:
InternalAuditor@icipe.org
icipe is an equal opportunity employer

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Technician – Electro/Mechanical vacancy

Technician – Electro/Mechanical vacancy
AMO Technician – Electro/Mechanical (Job Number:1415233)
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time Regular
ABOUT THIS JOB
Baker Hughes has an opportunity for an AMO Technician to join our team in Kenya, Nairobi.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Troubleshoot, test, assemble, disassemble and perform visual inspection of electro-mechanical assemblies
  
• Review procedures for assembly, disassembly and test verification accuracy. Configure test stations and systems
  
• Analyze and interpret data from environmental tests and troubleshoot equipment problems
  
• Analytical ability to find solutions to difficult technical problems
  
• Assist in the set-up of experiments and the recording of experimental data in collaboration with Engineering and Reliability groups
  
• Test and evaluate the performance, and if required, repair general purpose test equipment
  
• Provide supervision, mentorship and leadership of technicians in the absence of the supervisor/manager
  
• Maintain equipment records and filing systems as part of quality control and assurance programs
  
• Inspection and disposition of parts and equipment
  
• Provide coaching for other Technicians
  
• Assist in the preparation, development and enhancement of maintenance procedural documentation
  
• Evaluate maintenance processes for potential improvements in quality, reliability, turnaround times and costs
  
• Compliance with HS&E policies and procedures
  

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Technical diploma or Associates degree in Electrical or Mechanical field
  
• Competent in fluid power technology, AC/DC circuits, and electro-mechanical devices
  
• 7+ years maintenance related experience in electro-mechanical function or minimum 7 years relevant industrial
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly prints and parts lists and follow formal procedures and maintenance practices
  
• Proficient in the use of multimeters, megohmmeters, hi-pot testers, another basic instruments
  
• Expert level of analytical ability to find solutions to complex technical problems
  
• Expert skills in soldering and assembling of electro-mechanical devices
  
• Demonstrate systematic approach to troubleshooting
  
• Excellent computer skills
  

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Baker Hughes is a leading supplier of oilfield services, products, technology and systems to the worldwide oil and natural gas industry. By being the service company that best anticipates, understands and exceeds our customers' expectations, Baker Hughes Advances Reservoir Performance. The company's 60,000-plus employees work in more than 80 countries in geomarket teams that help customers find, evaluate, drill, produce, transport and process hydrocarbon resources. Baker Hughes' technology centers in the world's leading energy markets are pushing the boundaries to overcome progressively more complex challenges. Baker Hughes develops solutions designed to help manage operating expenses, maximize reserve recovery and boost overall return on investment through the entire life cycle of an oil or gas asset. Collaboration is the foundation upon which Baker Hughes builds our business and develops next-generation products and services for drilling and evaluation, completions and production and fluids and chemicals. For more information on Baker Hughes' century-long history, visit our website.
Baker Hughes is an Equal Employment Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

If you are applying to a position in the US and you are an individual with disability or a disabled veteran and would like any type of assistance to submit an application or to attend any recruitment or selection event, we would like to help you to ensure that your experience is as smooth as possible. If you need assistance, information, or answers to your questions, feel free to contact us or have any of your representatives contact us at Baker Hughes Application Assistance Toll Free at 1-866-324-4562.This method of contact has been put in place ONLY to be used by those internal and external applicants who have a disability and are requesting accommodation.

For all other inquiries on your application, log in to your profile and click on the My Jobpage tab. General application status inquiries will not be handled by the call center.
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Legal assistant vacancy

Legal assistant vacancy
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (Ref No. NRS/70/082014)
LEGAL ASSISTANT
icipe — African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics. icipe has 400 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia.
icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of LEGAL ASSISTANT in the Legal Services Unit. The position is tenable in Duduville, Nairobi, Kenya. This is a two-year contract, with opportunities for renewal pegged on individual performance and availability of funds. A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Overall Purpose of the Job
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Legal Officer, the Legal Assistant will provide legal advice to the Centre’s management and staff on all matters pertaining to the institution’s staff, property, activities, rights and obligations.
Specific duties:

• Prepare or assist in the preparation of legal opinions/advice on a wide range of international public or private law issues, decisions involving, inter alia, issues relating to privileges and immunities, litigation, arbitration, interpretations and policies for the organisation.
  
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of complex documents such as Agreements, Memoranda of Understanding and contracts with governments, NGOs, and public and private entities, as well as in the negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes.
  
• Organise, file and maintain all legal documents such as contracts, project agreements, Memorandum of Association, memos, records, correspondence and reports, often confidential in nature.
  
• Track and organise patents, contracts and trademarks.
  
• Maintain contract database and record retention guidelines.
  
• Assist the Chief Legal Officer in coordinating and scheduling a wide variety of meetings, corporate events and on- and off-site Board meetings, assist in making travel arrangements, arrange for conference sites/rooms, prepare agendas and provide secretarial services to the Centres’ Governing Council and other committees, including preparation of background materials, summaries of issues and views and meeting reports.
  
• Provide assistance on arbitration, litigation and other claims before arbitral and other tribunals or administrative proceedings, including disciplinary cases, and track the status and calendar deadlines for these matters.
  
• Interface with various departments and communicate and coordinate with senior officers and high level executives and contacts, both internally and externally, in a professional and positive manner. Respond to issues raised and work with the Chief Legal Officer and other employees to resolve them.
  
• Conduct or assist in conducting extensive legal research and analysis and prepare legal documents/briefs, reports and correspondence.
  
• Undertake basic or extensive review of legal documents, instruments, or other material as required, identifying important issues, similarities and/or inconsistencies.
  
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategies aimed at providing an enabling legal and regulatory framework that preserves the integrity of the Centre while ensuring compliance to statutory requirements in all its transactions.
  
• Assist in managing and safeguarding the Centre’s Intellectual Property Rights and real estate.
  
• Provide or assist in providing legal advice on human resources matters and review any administrative issues.
  
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge required for performing the job:

• Knowledge of government functions and processes to determine programme compliance.
  
• Familiarity with local rules of court and arbitral process.
  
• Knowledge of the civil and/or common law legal systems and principles.
  
• Ability to interpret and respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
  
• Explain policies, procedures, rules, and/or regulations to employees, the public, vendors, and Government agencies.
  
• Knowledge of, and ability to apply, legal principles, concepts and procedures and terminology for review, examination and processing of a range of legal documents.
  
• Interpret and apply legislative instruments, and develop and present results, recommendations and opinions clearly and concisely.
  

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Law (LLB)
  
• An advocate of the High Court of Kenya
  
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya
  
• Have a minimum of 3 years experience in a busy law firm, company, corporation or international organisation.
  
• Proficiency in using software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
  

Other desirable attributes:

• Experience that demonstrates maturity, problem-solving skills, independent judgment, ability to work well under pressure, and ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities in a busy environment.
  
• Results-oriented with excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and discretion in handling highly confidential information.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to interface with tact and diplomacy at all levels within the organisation.
  
• Previous experience working in a not-for-profit organisation will be an added advantage.
  

Reporting:
This position reports to the Chief Legal Officer.
The selected candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must arrive via email on or before the 3^rd September 2014. Please quote the job reference number NRS/70/082014 on the email subject line. Interested applicants should submit: (a) a confidential cover letter, (b) detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses, fax numbers), and (c) a one-page write-up on how you consider yourself suitable for the job, to:
LegalAssistant@icipe.org

ICIPE is an equal opportunity employer

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