Events Coordinator

MFTransparency currently seeks a full-time Event Coordinator to organize an important event in Kenya. The Coordinator will report to the Vice President for Global Programs and will be responsible for logistics, event management and other related duties. We are looking for an extremely organized, motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of managing multiple duties. The individual will be expected to work independently from a home office, and to interact with team members in both the US and in other countries. The location of the position is flexible.
Tasks/Responsibilities:
Event Coordination:
• Responsible for organizing event venue, vendor contracts, participant accommodation and transportation, and other logistical components of main event.
• Liaises with MFTransparency team, event Steering Committee, and other partners on the development of media, marketing materials, announcements, photo opportunities and speech writing.
• Responds to enquiries from the public about events, including assisting with media requests.
• Monitors event registration and manages guest participation in database tracking system
• Manages event sponsorship and sponsor relationships
• Supports the development of event materials and resources, in collaboration with the MFTransparency team and event Steering Committee.
• Point-person during event for all logistics and event management issues.
o Coordinates guest lists, food service arrangements, menu planning, decorative and table set up, nametags and staffing
• Coordinates the development of event follow-up materials and communications.
• Creates, prepares, and distributes meeting minutes and supporting documents.


Qualifications:

• At least 3 - 5 years relevant experience in event planning, logistics management and organizational administration.
• Experience working in Kenya is a bonus.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work well independently on several projects concurrently.
• Project Management, organizational and prioritizing skills; problem solving and organizational skills; attention to detail is imperative.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing promotion plans.
• Experience in planning and implementing events including expertise in attracting sponsorships.
• Ability to take the initiative to get tasks done on deadline.
• Excellent written and oral interpersonal communication with marketing and communications skills; media relations experience is an asset.
• Able to communicate effectively with remotely-based staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word).
• Experience with iGoogle applications (especially Google Calendar) and Skype preferred.
• Experience with virtual filing systems, such as Dropbox, preferred.

To Apply:

Please send detailed resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in working for MFTransparency to Alexandra Fiorillo, Vice President for Global Programs . Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview and will be contacted on a rolling basis. Deadline for applications is June 30, 2011.


email: alex@mftransparency.org

IST Switch Engineer - (Oasis)

 Paynet kenya limited is looking for an IST Switch Engineer - (Oasis) 


Position Overview
The Switch Engineer is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of IST Switch and POS systems hardware and transactional software and related infrastructure. This individual ensures that switch system hardware, operating systems software systems and databases are functioning and able to deliver for the business.
This individual would participate in technical research and implementation to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure.

Responsibilities
The incumbent will be accountable for the following systems: Windows, Solaris, Oasis switch, POS software, FreeBSD, and Redhat Linux. The Switch Engineer will also be required to have proficiency in Oracle / Informix / MS SQL and any other duties as allocated.
• The individual will be required to manage and configure switch servers, configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.
• Install and configure a new switch system as required
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.
• Contribute to and maintain system standards.
• Research and recommend innovative, and where possible automated approaches for switch tasks.
This individual could also assist project teams with technical issues in the Initiation, planning and implementation phases in required projects.


Education Requirements
1. High School mandatory
2. BS/BA Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience preferred. Alternatively;
a. Cisco Certified Network Associate
b. Cisco Certified Network Professional
c. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
Work Experience & Attributes
Four to six years’ experience with Windows, Oasis switch, POS software, Solaris (Unix , FreeBSD), Linux, Oracle / Informix and Cisco routers and Switches.

This position deals with a variety of problems and sometime has to decide which answer is best. The question/issues are typically clear and require determination of which answer (from a few choices) is the best


email: evanss@paynet.co.ke

Computer Operator

A leading Cyber Cafe in town requires an attendant Immediately.
He/She will be involved in day to day running of the Cyber Cafe.
Duties will include typesetting, Printing, Photocopying and assisting customers in surfing.this is a full time job


salary: 18000
company: wambu computer supplies


email: akcmay1982@gmail.com

Palacina hotel is looking for maintenance staff-electrician, carpenter, plumber.
The candidate must have formal training and have 2 years experience
salary is 15000 per month email tony at  info@palacina.com