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NEWI PROGRAMME MANAGER JOB IN KENYA
Vacancy: Programme Manager
Location: Nairobi
Grade: 2
Duration: 1 year
Post Type: National (1 year contract with possibility of renewal)
The Organization:
NEWI-The Women’s Initiative in Education is a national advocacy group of professionals, mainly women who champion –girl-child education in Kenya. It works closely with communities, schools and Government to support and mentor girls in school.
Key Areas of Accountability
• To ensure the programme is implemented according to the approved donor agreements and implementation plans.
• Develop and regularly update a detailed implementation plan.
• Prepare narrative and financial reports for donor and NEWI as required for review in a timely manner.
• Put systems in place to ensure information required to monitoring progress and impact indicators is collected, compiled and analysed appropriately, while ensuring all the NEWI and donor monitoring requirements are complied with.
• As a budget holder, be fully aware of the grant compliance regulations of the donors. The post holder will work with NEWI founding trustees to review and revise budgets, authorizing and monitoring expenditure in line with the stipulated budget and financial guidelines.
• To have overall responsibility of overseeing the implementation of the programme
• To monitor and support the work of the mentors/ volunteers.
• Regularly undertake liaison and advocacy with Government officials in areas of operations.
• Facilitate visits to field sites for donor representatives and other external visitors as required.
• Be able to clearly explain project activities and objectives, related policy issues and the project contribution to wider NEWI goals and objectives.
Qualification and Experience
• Must be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in social science or its equivalent (a professional qualification in project management will be an added advantage).
• Experience working in project and personnel management.
• A good understanding of development issues and policy context in Kenya.
• A passion for girl-child education with an understanding of child rights and their interests in development context.
• Experience in partnership management.
• Excellent spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
• Proven analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Experience in monitoring budgets.
• Strong written, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate in Word processing, excel and social media management.
• Knowledge of the area and regions where project is located.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are required to submit their CV and mandatory covering letter to newikenya@yahoo.com
Closing date: 26th August, 2014
Interviews: 1st September, 2014 (via Skype/Telephone)
NEWI is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from minority groups. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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KDF RECRUITMENT 2014

RECRUITMENT OF SOLDIERS INTO KENYA Defense FORCES 2014
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is pleased to announce that there shall be a recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers.
Candidates wishing to take part in the 2014 Kenya Defense Forces Recruitment will be required to meet the following conditions & requirements.
CONDITIONS FOR SERVICEMEN & WOMEN
1. They must be Kenyan citizens.
2. Aged between 18-26 years.
3. Should have a mean grade of D (plain) in KCSE.
4. Should be physically & medically fit in accordance to KDF standards.
5. Have no criminal record.
6. Candidates must turn up in appropriate running gear.
7. Women candidates must not be pregnant.
CONDITIONS FOR CADETS
1. They must be only Kenyan citizens.
2. Aged between 18-26 years.
3. Should have a mean grade of B (plain) in KCSE.
4. Be medically fit.
5. Have no criminal record.
6. Minimum height 5ft 3in ( 5' 3" ).
7. Minimum weight: Men 54.5 kg & women 50kg.
8. Women candidates must not be pregnant.
CONDITIONS FOR TRADES MEN & WOMEN
( TECHNICIANS & ARTISANS )
1. Must be only Kenyan citizens.
2. Aged between 18-26 years.
3. TECHNICIANS must have a mean grade of C (plain) in KCSE, a relevant diploma or above from a recognized institution and be
registered with a relevant statutory body where applicable. ARTISANS must have a mean grade of D+ (plus) in KCSE & either a relevant certificate with Government Trade Test Grade III or Craft III from a recognized institution.
4. Be medically & physically fit in accordance to KDF standards.
5. Have no criminal record.
6. Minimum height 5ft 3in ( 5' 3" )
7. Minimum weight: Men 54.5 kg & women 50kg.
8. Women candidates must not be pregnant.
CONDITIONS FOR DEFENSE Forces CONSTABULARIES
1. Must be only Kenyan citizens.
2. Aged below 52 years.
3. Be physically & medically fit in accordance to KDF standards.
4. Have no criminal record.
5. Be ex-defense forces servicemen / women in the army, air force or navy.
6. Posses a Discharge Certificate of minimum " Very Good " in conduct.
7. Must have served at least 3 or 9 years colour service.
REQUIREMENTS
Prospective candidates wishing to apply must posses the following relevant requirements;
1. They must be Kenyan citizens
2. Aged between 18-26 years for GSO Cadets and upto 29 for Specialist Officers
3. Should be physically & medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards
4. Have no criminal record
5. Minimum height 5ft 3in ( 5' 3" )
6. Minimum weight: Men 54.55 kg & women 50kg
7. Women candidates must not be pregnant at recruitment and during training
A. General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets
A minimum of mean grade B (plain) in KCSE up to university degree with minimum subject grade of C+ (plus) in English, Mathematics and in any one of the Pure Sciences (Physics,
Chemistry or Biology).
Those aspiring to join KDF as GSO Cadets should note that the initial training period will cover three continuous years leading to a BSc in Military Science on completion.
B. Specialist Officers
A minimum of mean grade B (plain) in KCSE and an undergraduate degree from a recognised Institution or University. Must be registered with the relevant statutory body
where applicable and minimum 2 years working experience.
SPECIALIST OFFICERS VACANCIES
Medical Doctors
Must have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBCh.B) degree and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).
Dentists
Must have a Bachelor of Dentistry degree and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).
Pharmacists
Must have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Degree and be registered with the Pharmacy & Poisons Board (PPB).
Nurses
Must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree and be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
Public Health Officers
Must have a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health Degree.
Medical Laboratory
Must have a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences and Technology Degree and be registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians & Technology Board
(KMLTTB).
Nutritionists
Must have a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics.
Clinical Psychologist
Must have a Bachelor in Psychology.
Lawyers
Must have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and a post-graduate diploma from Kenya school of Law, must be admitted as an
advocate of the High Court of Kenya and be in possession of a valid current practicing certificate.
Architects
Must have a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree and be registered with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS).
Quantity Surveyors
Must have a Bachelor of Quantity Surveying Degree and be registered with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS).
Electrical Engineers
Must have a BSc. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or Bachelor of Technology Degree and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
Mechanical / Marine Engineers
Must have a BSc. in Mechanical Engineering or BSc. in Production Engineering Degree and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
Civil and Structural Engineers
Must have a BSc. in Structural Engineering Degree and be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
Education Officers
Must have a Bachelor of Education (BED) Degree.
IT Specialists
Must have a BSc. in Computer Science, or BSc. in Information Technology or Bachelor of Computer Technology (BCT) Degree.
Chaplains and Imams
(a) Roman Catholic Chaplains:
Must have a professional degree and be an ordained priest.
(b) Anglican Church Chaplains:
Must have a professional degree and be an ordained priest.
(c) Muslim Imams:
Must have a professional degree and be a qualified Imam.
Journalists Must have B A in Mass Communication / Corporate Communication.
The initial Military training for Specialist Officers will take 4 months.
Clear photocopies of relevant and genuine academic certificates and national identity card must be attached the application and be addressed to the:
Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces
(Personnel and Logistics)
Ministry of Defence
Defence Headquarters
Ulinzi House
P.O. Box 40668
Nairobi - 00100
To reach him on or before 25th July 2014
Candidates who will be shortlisted for GSO Cadets /Specialist Officers shall be notified through the print media between 7th Sep - 14th Sep 2014

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In picture; Pankaj Parakh, a municipal corporator, wears a shirt made of gold as he walks with his bodyguards to attend his birthday celebrations in Yeola, in Maharashtra August 8, 2014. Parakh said it cost him $228,870 for the shirt, which is made of 18-22 carat gold, weighs 3.90 kilograms and took two months to be stitched, REUTERS/Stringer

EXPOSED: Cardinal Njue’s daughter is called Faith Njue, lives in Australia

By Osugo Moseti
8th Aug. 2014
After an  excommunicated Roman Catholic female preacher went public with promiscuity at top levels of the catholic church in Kenya, more parishioners are coming out to expose what could be one of the worst sexual tragedies to hit a church which has been condemned worldwide for sexual molestation of minors.
The ex-nun Florence Kariuki, who claims to have been expelled from the church for standing for purity, revealed in an extensive interview with the Nairobian Newspaper that top catholic clergy in Kenya are secretly fathering children.
Cardinal Njue, also accused of sexual philandering, but is being covered and protected by a spirited ”don’t tell” defensive campaign by a host of officials in the catholic church, is alleged to have fathered a child, now a grown up doctor, working in western Australia.
“I can assure you that Faith Njue (the daughter’s name) is my colleague. I’ve worked with her for seven years but she’s ashamed of her father, who is the head of the Kenyan catholic church – John Cardinal Njue” emailed a Kenyan to this writer.
The source who requested anonymity to keep their friendship informed Kenya Today that Faith is a doctor.
Bishop Florence Kariuki claims that she was expelled from the church because of her persistence in challenging priests to lead a holy life, away from their clandestine amorous lifestyles, marked with fatherless children and broken marriages.
“Some of the priests were promiscuous, a habit I was against. They should come out and admit that they have children instead of living in deceit, having fathered children with people’s wives and young women,” charged Bishop Kariuki.
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Uhuru Kenyatta criticises West over war on terror

Wednesday, August 6, 2014

President Uhuru Kenyatta during the interview with CNN in Washington, DC. 

In Summary

• He said travel advisories issued by some countries against Kenya were not only hurting the country but the whole world
• President Kenyatta said the world is not doing enough to support Kenya

By B M J Muriithi
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President Uhuru Kenyatta has said the international community is not doing enough to support Kenya in the fight against terrorism.

In an interview with CNN in Washington, DC, on Tuesday, Mr Kenyatta said terrorism is not country-specific but a global problem.

“The world needs to recognise the fact that this is a global threat which requires to be countered by a global partnership in order to defeat and secure, not just Kenya, but the world,” he told Richard Quest, the host of a popular show "Quest Means Business."

“We recognise that security is key in ensuring long-term stability and investment,” said President Kenyatta.

He noted that when the United States was attacked by terrorists, the whole world rallied behind the country.

“This is what we would like to see in the East Africa,” he said.

TRAVEL ADVISORIES HURTING

Asked whether Kenya felt “a bit alone” in the war on terror, President Kenyatta said Kenyan forces were in Somalia together with troops from other African nations but added: “We would like to see the world rally behind us and fully support our mission in Somalia so that our forces can expand their operations and reduce the area of Al-Shabaab’s operation.”

He said travel advisories issued by some countries against Kenya were not only hurting the country but the whole world.

“They don’t help in defeating these terrorists. If anything, they encourage and strengthen them,” he said.

In the recent past, a number of Western nations, including the United States and the United Kingdom, have issued travel advisories to their citizens, citing insecurity in Kenya.

“We feel that the world is not doing enough to support us,” said President Kenyatta.

President Kenyatta is in the US for the US-Africa summit hosted by Barack Obama.

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Rihanna is said to be "really serious" about buying a UK football club and has spoken to her friend Didier Drogba, who plays for Chelsea, about the prospect. PHOTO/BANG SHOWBIZ 

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• While Rihanna has previously confessed to being a Liverpool fan, it is also thought the 'S&M' hitmaker could consider taking over a club in Los Angeles.
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Rihanna wants to buy a UK football club.

The 26-year-old singer is said to be "really serious" about setting up a sports academy in her native Barbados and then becoming a chairwoman or owner for a team in England, so much so she has been getting some advice from her friend, Chelsea player Didier Drogba.

A source close to the Bajan beauty said: "At first we thought Rihanna's desire to be involved with football on a business level would soon blow over.

"We figured she was still on a high from the World Cup. But now it's becoming clear she really is serious.

BIG FAN

"She's talking about setting up a football academy in her native Barbados. Then her big dream is to be involved with a UK club."

While Rihanna has previously confessed to being a Liverpool fan, it is also thought the 'S&M' hitmaker could consider taking over a club in Los Angeles.

The source added to the Daily Star newspaper: "Britain is like a second home to her, although she's also hinted she may do something with an LA team."

Rihanna was a big fan of the recent World Cup in Brazil over the summer and posted several pictures on Instagram page of herself supporting the home nation until they were ruthlessly dumped out of the competition 7-1 by Germany.

The star then went on to support Germany in the final, which they won by overcoming Argentina with an extra-time winner from Mario Gotze.

Rihanna is not the only big name star who has been interested in taking over a UK team as rapper Snoop Dogg previously admitted he was thinking about investing in Scottish champions Glasgow Celtic and P. Diddy was said to be in talks to buy Crystal Palace in 2010 because he likes their name.

What's more, Hollywood legend Tom Hanks is a big fan of English heavyweights Aston Villa, also because he is a fan of their moniker, and Sylvester Stallone has been to watch Everton on several occasions.

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KQ THIRD DREAMLINER

Posted  Monday, August 4, 2014 |  by- NATION REPORTER

Third Kenya Airways Dreamliner lands in Nairobi

Kenya Airways has received its third Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft from the United States.

Kenya Airways Group CEO Titus Naikuni and Ms Orie Rogo Manduli celebrate the arrival of the third Dreamliner at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi on August 4, 2014. PHOTO | COURTESY

Ms Orie Rogo Manduli, Kenya Airways CEO Titus Naikuni, B787 Fleet manager Captain John Mathias Kimani and Fleet and Asset Development Director Frederick Sine cut the ribbon to welcome the Airline’s third Dreamliner at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on August 4, 2014. PHOTO | COURTESY

Kenya Airways Commercial Fleet and Asset Development Director Frederick Sine hands over the flag to the Group CEO Titus Naikuni on arrival from Charleston, USA on August 4, 2014. Looking on is Captain John Mathias Kimani who flew the aircraft. PHOTO | COURTESY

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Kenya Airways has received its third Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft from the United States.

The aircraft, which landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi on Monday, was flown in by Captain John Mathias Kimani, who is also the B787 fleet manager.

Kenya Airways Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Titus Naikuni said the delivery of the third B787 boosts its position in Africa.

“The Dreamliner is our flagship aircraft. We are investing in this model as part of our fleet renewal programme, not only because of its advanced features but also the boost it gives to our long-haul capability,” he said.

CONSUMES LESS FUEL

The airline expects to receive three more Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes by the end of the year.

The first two Dreamliners — "Great Rift Valley" and "Zambezi River" — have already been deployed to commercial service, flying to Paris and Johannesburg respectively.

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is a state-of-the-art aircraft that consumes less fuel.

It features the latest aerodynamics, design and advanced technologies and provides better fuel efficiency of up to 20 per cent compared with other long-haul aircraft.

The B787 also offers passengers on-board comfort with reduced noise, higher ceilings, bigger windows, flat beds in the premier world cabin, smoother flight, lower cabin pressure, higher humidity levels and ambient mood lighting.

Ugandan court annuls anti-homosexuality law

Friday, August 1, 2014

Two women outside the Uganda High Commission during a demonstration by the African Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Out & Proud Diamond Group and the Peter Tatchell Foundation on March 19, 2014. FILE PHOTO | AFP | CITIZENSIDE | SEE LI  

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Uganda's constitutional court has overturned the anti-gay law that had been branded draconian by rights groups, saying it was wrongly passed by Parliament.

The law is "null and void," the presiding judge told the court, saying the process contravened the constitution, as it had been passed in December without the necessary quorum of lawmakers.

"Justice prevailed, we won," said lawyer Nicholas Opiyo, who led the challenge in the constitutional court. The law's supporters said they would appeal the ruling at the Supreme Court.

"The retrogressive anti-homosexuality act of Uganda has been struck down by the constitutional court — it's now dead as a door nail," said Andrew Mwenda, one of 10 petitioners.

JAILED FOR LIFE

The law, signed by Uganda's veteran President Yoweri Museveni in February, said that homosexuals should be jailed for life, outlawed the promotion of homosexuality and obliged Ugandans to report gays to the authorities.

But homosexuality remains illegal and punishable by jail sentences under previous legislation, which is expected to be returned after the court's decision.

Lawmakers could also seek to reintroduce a Bill back into parliament, a potentially lengthy process, with the last such Bill taking four years from introduction to the final vote.

But gay rights activists were celebrating on Friday. "I am no longer criminal, today we have made history for generations to come," said Kasha Jacqueline, another petitioner and a prominent gay rights activist.

APPEAL THE RULING

Outspoken anti-gay preacher Pastor Martin Ssempa led prayers before the hearing inside the tightly packed courtroom calling for the judges to uphold the law.

Ssempa had already warned he feared the "judicial abortion of our Bill" due to international pressure, and said immediately he would appeal the ruling.

"We are determined to appeal this case at the Supreme Court," he said. US Secretary of State John Kerry has likened the law to anti-Semitic legislation in Nazi Germany.

Critics have said Museveni signed the law to win domestic support ahead of a presidential election scheduled for 2016, which will be his 30th year in power.

But Western nations made a raft of aid cuts to Uganda's government in protest since the law was passed.

Rights groups say the law triggered a sharp increase in arrests and assaults of members of the country's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community.