CORPORATE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CCEO)

STORM MOUNTAIN DIAMONDS (PTY) LTD
VACANCY
CORPORATE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CCEO)

Storm Mountain Diamonds (Pty) Ltd (SMD) operates a Kimberlite Diamond Mine at Kao in the Botha-Bothe district of Lesotho, with a corporate office in the Lesotho capital, Maseru.
SMD requires the full time services of a Corporate Chief Executive Officer (CCEO) who meets the minimum requirements stipulated below. The CCEO will report to the Chairman of the Board of
Directors of SMD.
Purpose of the position:
To lead, direct and assume overall responsibility for the management of the SMD Corporate office according to SMD’s strategic objectives.
Responsibilities:
• Work in collaboration with the Operational CEO and the Board of Directors to determine SMD’s values, mission, vision, and goals, and communicate effectively to the Board on all relevant aspects.
• Ensure all aspects of the Mining Lease Agreement are complied with in terms of corporate requirements (administrative, legal, financial, stakeholder related).
• Manage the HR function of SMD so that the operations are adequately staffed. This includes the management of the localisation plan, succession management and HR development to enable the operations.
• Manage the Company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme by developing a suitable strategy and breaking it down in Long-, medium- and short term plans for execution.
• Represent SMD in all off -mine stakeholder engagements, including engagements with Government, mining industry forums, community forums, etc.
• Ensure short interval controls and reviews are in place in all areas of responsibility.
• Stay abreast of trends and changes in the Diamond and Mining industry, the business environment and legislation, in Lesotho and globally, and incorporate such influences in SMD’s corporate plans and activities.
• Assess and manage corporate risk.
• Ensure good governance and legal compliance relating to all corporate aspects.
Qualifications and Experience:
Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Mining, Engineering, Geology, Finance, Legal)
MBA or equivalent (preferable)
Experience in diverse mining environments and / or other relevant business environments
Track record in leading multi-functional teams at Senior Management and Executive level
Diverse stakeholder management experience
Only Lesotho Citizens will be considered. Interested applicants should e-mail their CV with certified copies of qualifications to the attention of the Human Resources Officer at
applications@stormmountaindiamonds.com.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
The closing date for submission of applications is 30th October 2015

CANDIDATE ATTORNEY

Webber Newdigate, a firm of attorneys has a vacancy for a CANDIDATE ATTORNEY.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have completed the requirements for an LLB degree;
• Should have sound knowledge of the law;
• Must be hardworking;
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently;
• Must have the ability to work under pressure;
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment and display flexibility to work in a multiskilled and diverse environment.
Interested candidates should submit their applications and CV to: The Administrator,
Webber Newdigate, 2nd Floor, Metropolitan Building, Kingsway, Maseru, P. O. Box 1176,
Maseru 100 or email to hs@webberslaw.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 6 November 2015.

Jobs at the Bureau of Statistics

Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the following TEMPORARY POSITION tenable at the Bureau of Statistics.

Division: ICT
Title: ICT Data Controllers
Grade: F
No. of Positions: 50
Responsible to: Senior Analyst Programmer
Duration: 3 Months

JOB DESCRIPTION
MAIN DUTIES
The ICT Data Controller mandate is to provide significant technical support to all Enumerators and Supervisors in all the districts during Population and Housing Census data collection. He/She will be based in the district until data collection has been completed. He/She will work closely with the Data Processing team for proper technical management of data collection and
processing. In this regard, He/she must carry out the following activities:

• Maintenance of computer equipment and data collection devices in the districts during data collection
•Liaises with the application developers for data collection devices
updates during data collection
•Training supervisors on data transfer to the central servers at the BOS headquarters.
•Providing support to Supervisors on data transfer during data collection.
•Monitoring all data transfers to the central servers at the BOS
headquarters.
•Managing all census IT asset in the districts.

JOB SPECIFICATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / related subject.

Other relevant Knowledge/skills:
•Strong background on Windows operating Systems;
•Knowledge of networking technologies such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and VPN;
•Knowledge of SQL Server database;
•Professional integrity and the ability to work in a team and under pressure;
•Be available immediately.

Job title: Senior Accountant
Grade: F
No. of Positions: 4
Responsible to: Financial Controller
Duration: 6 Months

JOB DESCRIPTION
MAIN DUTIES
Under the direct supervision of the Financial Controller, the candidate will be responsible for:
•Preparing financial statements/reports.
•Controlling commitments and expenditures.
•Scrutinizing departmental returns.
•Assisting in the preparation of authorization requests for the department
•Balancing and banking each day’s collection the next day.
•Preparing bank reconciliation statement on monthly basis.
•Ensuring that the Ministry’s vote book transactions are reconciled with Treasury financial reports.

QUALIFICATION:
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and Accounting / General Accountant

Job title: Assistant Human Resource Officer
Grade: F
No. of Positions : 15
Responsible to: Human Resources Officer
Duration: 4 Months

JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of Human Resources Officer, the incumbent implements Human Resources guidelines, processes and procedures to ensure smooth Human Resource activities.

MAIN DUTIES
1. Recruitment and Selection
1.1. Verifies vacant positions in accordance with manpower plan
1.2. Arranges funding of positions to enable filling in line with operational needs.
1.3. Prepares appropriate documentation to advertise the positions.
1.4. Screens applications and draws shortlist.
2. Handles administration of salaries and benefits
2.1. Checks the payroll to determine appropriateness of salaries.
2.2. Administers effective payment of allowances and benefits.
3. Processes Human Resource Management Decision.
3.1. Drafts proposals to take action on Human Resource Management decisions.
3.2. Processes submissions in accordance with established HR procedures.
3.3. Organizes activities relating to staff welfare, health and safety in the workplace. and social responsibility.

JOB SPECIFICATION
Education and Training
Bachelors Degree in HRM/Public Administration

HOW TO APPLY:
Application letters, Curriculum Vitae and a reference letter from the previous employer, coupled with certified copies of educational certificates, should be sent to the Bureau of Statistics, P.O Box 455, Maseru 100, Lesotho not later than 6th November, 2015.

Jobs at The Examinations Council of Lesotho

Examinations Council of Lesotho
Employment Vacancy
The Examinations Council of Lesotho [ECoL] invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified local candidates for the following permanent position:

POSITION: ASSISTANT FINANCE OFFICER
RESPONSIBLE TO: FINANCE OFFICER
SALARY GRADE: D
NO. OF POSITIONS: 1
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE

Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Finance Officer, the Assistant Finance Officer is responsible for collection of all revenue, capturing of all financial transactions into the financial system, processing cheque payments and filing all payment vouchers and other financial documents.

Duties:
• Receipts revenue from various sources
•Checks and banks all retired accountable imprests in time
•Processes all cheque payments, manual or computerised
•Files all payment vouchers and accounting documents
•Efficiently manages petty cash and maintains records and supporting documents.
•Ensures timely payment for all services rendered to the Council
•Any other related duties as may be assigned by the authorities

Requirements
Knowledge/skills/attributes
•Excellent communication
•Relationship building skills with the ability to prioritise, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
•Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and dedication to the organisation’s mission
•Knowledge of Financial Rules and Regulations

Education
A minimum of Diploma in Business Administration or Certified Accountant Technician plus 2 years of professional experience

POSITION : FINANCE OFFICER 
RESPONSIBLE TO : SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER
SALARY GRADE : E
NO. OF POSITIONS: 2
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE

Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Senior Finance Officer, the Finance Officer is responsible for collection of all revenue, capturing of all financial transactions into the financial system, conducting bank reconciliation for all accounts, assisting in the preparation of the annual budget and effecting, recording and filing all electronic transactions.

Duties
•Captures all financial transactions from primary sources
•Assists the Senior Finance Officer in the preparation of monthly, and annual financial statements
•Assists the Senior Finance Officer with building appropriate audit trail.
•Participates in the annual budgeting process and prepares budget for the department
•Processes and files all electronic transactions
•Implements a robust financial management reporting system
•Attends to channelled queries and provides feedback to the Senior Finance Officer
•Ensuring that all tax returns are timely and accurately filed with the LRA.
•Adheres to the Financial Regulations and any other relevant standing instructions when performing accounts functions.

Requirements
Knowledge/skills/attributes
•Analytical skills
•Excellent information and communication technology skills
•Interrelationship skills
•Good aptitude
•Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and dedication to the organisation’s mission

Education
A minimum of B. Comm Accounting / General Accountant plus 2 years of professional experience. Must be registered with Lesotho Institute of Accountants

Address your application, with a covering letter explaining interest, and a detailed résumé showing three contactable referees, to:
The Human Resource Manager
Examinations Council of Lesotho
P.O. Box 507
Maseru 100

The closing date for the submission of applications is Friday 13th November 2015 at 16:30. Correspondence will only be done with the shortlisted candidates.

JOBS AT THE U.S. EMBASSY MASERU

U.S. EMBASSY MASERU
VACANCY
Public Health Specialist (PMTCT)
The U.S. Embassy Maseru seeks a qualified individual for the position of Public Health Specialist - PMTCT.
BASIC FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
Assists the lead Medical Officer for implementation of PMTCT/Pediatric activities conducted by the CDC Division of
Global HIV/AIDS Program at its Lesotho location. She/he is the expert and agency point of contact for all activities and programmatic aspects of PMTCT and Pediatrics within CDC-Lesotho. The primary responsibility of the position is to provide technical assistance and training support for the Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) and Pediatric programs.
Position is responsible for the day-to-day program and administrative management, design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the PEDIATRICS and PMTCT prevention program activities and studies, including coordination and collaboration with other USG agencies that implement or support PEPFAR programs in Lesotho.
Job holder serves as a PEDIATRICS and PMTCT program public health specialist advisor to Lesotho Ministry of Health, partners and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as well as contractors and implementing partners of
PEDIATRICS and PMTCT program activities and studies. Job holder will be required to coordinate funding, reporting, and administration with the extramural team to ensure projects are conducted according to guidelines, and USG funds are appropriately utilized.
This management role requires public health technical leadership, results-oriented analysis, advocacy, and constant and clear communication with implementing partners, which include the Ministry of Health (MOH), other governmental organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Job holder represents CDC/Lesotho on Pediatric and PMTCT issues at technical, policy and strategic planning meetings, including meetings with collaborators and donor agencies.
Salary range 295,859 – 473,377
For more info please view the full details on the internet at:
http://maseru.usembassy.gov under Vacancies/Job Opportunities or contact us on;
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 333
Maseru 100
Tel: 22-312-666 Ext. 4160
Fax: 22-310-116
hromaseru@state.gov
OPENING DATE: October 2, 2015
CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2015
If you do not hear from us within three weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Communication will be done only with the shortlisted candidates.

Jobs in Maseru, Lesotho

CUSA (PTY) LTD
CONSTRUCTION UNITED S.A. (PTY) LTD
C U S A (PTY) LTD situated at Liqhobong Mine Construction Project in Lesotho, invites suitably qualified competent, self-driven and results oriented Basotho to apply for the following categories of positions.
JOB ADVERTISEMENTS
1. Electrical
Supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in assembly, inspecting, and testing of electrical equipment such as motors, generators, voltage regulators, capacitors, and switches, applying knowledge of assembly techniques, machine setup, and testing procedures
• Valid Electrical Trade Test Certificate
• Supervisor training
• HIRA
• Legal Liability
• Ensure compliance to all relevant legal regulations
• Interprets drawings, specifications, and job orders and assigns work stations to workers
• Measure and monitor production output and quality standards within a set area or plant with available resources and equipment.
• Marking and setting out.
• Using a computer to construct simple graphs and spreadsheets.
• Understands and applies quality control techniques
• At least 10 years mineral processing construction experience
• Good interpersonal skills
• Optimal use of materials and spares
• Technical trouble-shooting/fault-finding
• Proficient in English
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

2. Mechanical Supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in fabrication, modification, installations and repair of cable racking and supporting structures.
• Valid Mechanical Trade Test Certificate
• Supervisor training
• HIRA
• Legal Liability
• Ensure compliance to all relevant legal regulations
• Measure and monitor production output and quality standards within a set area or plant with available resources and equipment.
• Interprets drawings, specifications, and job orders and assigns work stations to workers
• Marking and setting out.
• Using a computer to construct simple graphs and spreadsheets.
• Understands and applies quality control techniques
• At least 10 years mineral processing construction experience
• Good interpersonal skills
• Optimal use of materials and spares
• Technical trouble-shooting / faultfinding
• Proficient in English
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
3. Electrician
Assembly, installing, terminating, inspecting, and testing of electrical equipment and wiring, applying knowledge of assembly techniques, machine setup, and testing procedures
• Valid Electrical Trade Test
Certificate
• Relevant practical experience
• Works from complex instructions and procedures.
• Works under or functions as a leader of a work team and plans and organising activity in his immediate area of work.
• Uses tools and equipment within the scope of his training or competency.
• Electrical fitting
• Electrical maintenance and/or installation and/or repair.
• Terminations
• Testing of electrical installation
• At least 10 years industrial mineral processing construction experience
• Experience with Steel Wire Terminations is required
• Optimal use of materials and spares
• Technical trouble-shooting / faultfinding
• Proficient in English
4. Boilermaker
Fabrication, modification, installation and repair of cable racking and supporting structures.
• Valid Boilermaker Trade
Test Certificate
• Relevant practical experience
• Works from complex instructions and procedures.
• Assembling
• Basic gas welding skills not involving codes or oxyacetylene cutting of scrap.
• Hand welding by mechanically fed electrodes or preliminary welding or welding in fixtures (and completion of weld when removed from fixture.)
• Constructional boilermaking and/or constructional steelwork.
• Fabricating, modification and/or rectification of steelwork.
• At least 10 years industrial mineral processing construction experience
• Proficiency in working with angle grinders and arc welders
• Experience with power-span cable racking and making of brackets is required.
• Optimal use of materials and spares
• Technical trouble-shooting / faultfinding
• Proficient in English
5. Assistant Boilermaker
Assisting the artisans in performing basic tasks
• Relevant industrial experience (Electrical /
Mechanical)
• Portable electrical equipment training
• Repetition work on semi-automatic or single purpose machines or equipment, including adjustment of material or tools within clearly defined limits.
• Assembles components using basic written, spoken and/ or diagrammatic instruction in a mass production assembly environment, including mechanical adjustment and the identification of parts and their locations.
• Operation of pre-set machines, including random checking with fixed gauges and replacement of tipped tooling.
• The use of measurement equipment.
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• At least 3 years industrial mineral processing construction experience
• Proficient in portable electrical equipment and basic hand tools
• Proficient in English

6. Safety Officer
Ensuring safety compliance on site
• SAMTRAC or equivalent qualification
• HIRA
• Incident and accident investigation
• First Aid
• Develop, implement and maintain an effective program and ensure compliance to satisfy the requirements of local legislation e.g. the OHS, COID and Environmental Conservation Acts
• Develop systems to ensure all employees comply with all relevant legal safety requirements
• Identify safety training needs, organize and co-ordinate safety training courses and prepare training material where appropriate
• Co-ordinate the monthly safety meetings
• Assist in appointment of safety representatives for all departments
• Communicate changes in Safety and Environment legislation to
Management
• Liaise with on site contractors to ensure their compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including basic safety induction training
• Conduct surveys and audits as required to identify and minimize the risk to company and employees
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions and report to management
• Co-ordinate at least two evacuation exercises per year to ensure that all staff become familiar with these procedures.
• Assist with the formulation of emergency/contingency
• Review and update Emergency Procedures as and when necessary.
• At least 3 years safety related experience in a mineral processing construction environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Job Safety Analysis
• Risk Assessment
• Computer literate
• Proficient in English
• Valid driver’s licence
7. Cable Team Leader
Supervising a cable team in routing, pulling and strapping of industrial electrical cable
• Relevant industrial electrical installation experience
• Supervisor training
• Determine cable routes and positions
• Understanding and following cable schedule and Supervisor
• Determine the ideal positions for the cable pullers in order to minimize strain and optimize effectiveness
• Taking accurate measurements on order to minimize wastage
• Must be able to supervise and instruct a team
• At least 10 years industrial electrical installation experience
• Must be able to read and understand cable schedule
• Proficient in English

Application letters including a detailed curriculum vitae, reference letters and certified copies of relevant qualifications should be submitted to:
C U S A (PTY) LTD
c/o Liqhobong Mining Development Company
LCCI Office Complex
Corner Princess Margaret and Orpen Road
Maseru, Lesotho.
Closing date for submission of applications is on or before 23rd October 2015
Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

JOBS AT UNITED NATIONS , BASOTHO , 22 OCT 2015

Senior Human Resources Policies Officer	Human Resources Policies Division
Director, Division of Regional Operations	Security
Director, Political Affairs (Africa I Division)	Political Affairs
DIRECTOR, MEETINGS AND PUBLISHING DIVISION	Conference Services
Deputy Executive Secretary for Sustainable Development	Programme Management
Director, Division on Technology and Logistics	Programme Management
Head of Chambers	Legal Affairs
CHIEF OF SERVICE, INVESTIGATIONS	Investigation
CHIEF OF SERVICE, PUBLIC INFORMATION	Public Information
Principal Political Affairs Officer	Political Affairs
CHIEF OF DOCUMENTS, PUBLICATIONS AND WEB SERVICES DIVISION	Information System and Technology
Head of the Immediate Office of the Prosecutor	Legal Affairs
Deputy Director, Political Affairs	Political Affairs
Chief, Financing for Peacebuilding Branch, Peacebuilding Support Office	Administration
Director, Statistical Institute for Asia and the Pacific (SIAP)	Statistics
CHIEF OF WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION BRANCH	Political Affairs
Chief of Commercial Activities Service	Administration
Chief of Strategic Communications	Public Information
Principal Management and Programme Analyst (Water and Disasters)	Management and Programme Analysis
Chief, Human Resources Management Service	Human Resources
CHIEF OF STAFF	Political Affairs
Chief, Strategic Resource Mobilization and Global Funds Coordinator	Programme Management
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening)	Administration
Senior Expert (Cybercrime & Emerging Crimes)	Programme Management
SENIOR INVESTIGATOR	Investigation
Senior Technical Adviser (Scientific Advisor)	Programme Management
Chief, Advocacy Section	Public Information
SENIOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER	Political Affairs
SENIOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER	Political Affairs
Senior Political Affairs Officer	Political Affairs
Senior Programme Management Officer	Programme Management
Chief Transportation and Movement Integrated Control Centre (TMICC), (Temporary Job Opening)	Logistics
Senior Political Affairs Officer	Political Affairs
SENIOR INVESTIGATOR	Investigation
SENIOR PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER	Programme Management
Chief, Development Policy Section	Economic Affairs
Chief, Safety and Security Service	Security
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER	Medical
Senior Reviser, French	Language
Regional Adviser on Macroeconomics	Economic Affairs

JOBS AT UNDP in Lesotho

JOB ADVERTISEMENT
(Procurement Clerk)
UNDP in Lesotho is contracting a Procurement Clerk in its office in Maseru.
Application Deadline: 23rd October, 2015
Type of Contract: FTA
Post Level: GS4
Languages Required: English and Sesotho
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Procurement Associate, the Procurement
Clerk supports procurement services in large COs ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. The Procurement Clerk promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach in the Unit.
The Procurement Clerk works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and projects staff in the CO and UNDP HQs staff to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.
Summary of Key Functions/key Results Expected
Implementation of operational strategies
Support to procurement processes
Implementation of sourcing strategy
Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or other relevant degree. Certification in Procurement is requirement.
4 years of relevant procurement experience.
Interested candidates may submit applications letters clearly marked Ref: UNDP
Procurement Clerk, comprehensive CVs and names of three referees and should be addressed to: The Resident Representative United Nations Development Programme P.O.Box 301, Maseru, 100 or by email to: registry.ls@undp.org. Detailed Job description and recruitment qualifications available on www.undp.org.ls/jobs.
Only short listed candidates will be responded to.

College Clinic Nurse based in Maseru campus.

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COLLEGE CLINIC NURSE
General
Lesotho College of Education (LCE) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant positions of a College Clinic Nurse based in Maseru campus. Interested persons may access additional information on the job from the Human Resources Office based at the Administration Building of the LCE Maseru campus or www.lce.ac.ls
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Deputy Rector Administration, the Nurse Clinician is responsible for planning and implementation of basic nursing care services for students staff and the College community at BOTH the Main LCE Maseru Campus and (the Thaba- Tseka SATELLITE campus from time to time).
Key Performance Areas
• Develops, reviews and implements clinic policies, protocols and guidelines
• Supervises all staff in the clinic
• Provides primary health care support services to LCE students, staff and community where necessary.
• Develops and manages clinic budget requirements and ensures full accounting of the medication received and dispensed.
• Plans and puts into effect on the job training programs for nursing personnel.
• Participates in the planning and training of public health programs for students and staff.
• Gives the general Report on climate College Health on patients as observed.
• Recommends medical interventions accordingly.
•
Educational Requirements
The incumbent must have done relevant courses in the
Nursing programs which include, but not limited to: -
• HIV/AIDS management
• Anatomy and physiology
• Medical procedure
• Pharmacology
• Health assessment
• Midwifery
• Health education for school nurses
• Community nursing
• Nurse practices
• Health assessment of youth and children
Experience
Must have a Degree in Nursing or Primary Health Care or Diploma in General nursing and Midwifery plus a minimum of four (4) years working in management of community-based clinic, for diploma holders and two (2) years for degree holders.
Knowledge and Experience
• Must be computer literate;
• Must be willing to work after hours;
• Must be aware of legislative framework that regulates health related matters;
• Must have good interpersonal problem solving skills and high levels of work and professional ethics;
• Should have managed station on their own before
• Must have good leadership skills.
TO APPLY
Applicants should submit an application letter and provide their curriculum vitae, certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and identification documents and three (3) reference letters on or before
12H00 pm on 30th October, 2015. Applications should be addressed to:-
The Secretary
Staff Appointments and Promotions Committee
Lesotho College of Education
P.O. Box 1393
Maseru 100
NB:
• Incomplete application packages will not be considered.
• Only short-listed candidates will receive formal communication.
• The College reserves the right to appoint or not appoint any of the applicants.

Heavy Duty Driver X 1

PARTNERS IN HEALTH
An American Based NGO with a country office in Maseru has a vacancy for the following position:
Position: Heavy Duty Driver X 1
Reports to: Deputy Project Manager
Responsibilities:
• To drive the employer’s heavy duty motor vehicle and other vehicles for official duties as and when instructed to do so by the supervisor
• To attend to errands within and beyond the borders of Lesotho as delegated by the supervisor
• To maintain and keep the employers’ motor vehicle in good and acceptable condition
Minimum Requirements
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with minimum Code C1 & minimum 3 years driving in this capacity
• Must possess COSC
• Valid passport
• Ability to write and communicate in both English and Sesotho
Applications, detailed CV’s and copies of certified educational transcripts and driver’s license may be hand delivered to House 233, Cr Lancers and Caldwell roads, Maseru west or emailed to thullym@gmail.com not later than the 23rd October 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant

PABALLONG CENTRE
VACANCY
JOB TITLE: Administrative Assistant
REPORTING TO: Nurse-In-Charge & Administrator (NICA)
JOB PURPOSE
The Administrative Assistant shall be responsible for provision of clerical, procurement, bookkeeping and administrative support to in order to ensure that the services are provided in an effective and efficient manner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the procurement of goods and services in accordance with the policy & procedures.
- Manage Petty Cash in accordance to the policy & procedures.
- Assist in proper bookkeeping.
- Receive cash sales and maintain proper records.
- Maintain asset register and office inventories in accordance to the policy & procedures.
- Maintain a proper fi ling system.
- Receive and direct telephone and e-mail messages.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of office supplies.
- Responsible for printing and photocopying of documents.
- Perform any other related activity as may be necessary from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
- A tertiary level qualification in Administration and Accounting/Finance.
- A minimum of 3 years working experience in the same or similar position.
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
- Bookkeeping skills.
- Decision- Making skills.
- Time Management skills.
- Analytical and problem solving skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Computer skills particularly in Word Processing, excel and internet.
Interested persons should submit their applications and CVs to the NICA, Paballong HIV &
AIDS Centre, Sehlabeng Ha Senekal, Berea or email to Paballong@gmail.com or leave them at the reception at Lancers Inn, Maseru on or before 17:00 hours on Friday October 23,
2015.
Disclaimer: ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

National Technical Advisor Job at FAO Lesotho

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Professional Vacancy Announcement No:
Issued on: 08/10/2015
Deadline for applications: 22/10/2015
Position Title: National Technical Advisor (NTA)
Duty Station: Maseru
Organizational Unit: FAO Lesotho
Duration: Three years
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the overall supervision of the National Project Coordinator (NPC) and the FAOR and the technical supervision of the Lead Technical Office (LTO)/ Lead Technical Unit (LTU), and in close collaboration with the relevant agencies of the Ministry of Forestry and Range and Soil Conservation (MFRSC) and other project partners, the national expert will conduct the following major tasks at national and local levels;
• Provide overall implementation support to the National Project Coordinator (NPC) and provide technical coordination support for smooth implementation of the project;
• Assist NPC in organizing project meetings, workshops and training programmes at national, district and local levels;
• Facilitate the work of the national and international experts, project partners, subcontractors in carrying out their situation assessment, training need assessment, documentation of climate change adaptation practices;
• Assist the Project Steering Committee members through the NPC in preparation of relevant documents and organization of periodical steering committee meetings;
• Conduct a series of brainstorming sessions with a range of key stakeholders to discuss the future role and the comparative advantage of the agriculture sector in Climate Change Adaptation and collect the expectations from other agencies vis à vis the role of agriculture sector in general and MFRSC in particular in CCA at national and local level;
• Analyse the institutional aspects and policy requirements to better link the agriculture sector into Climate change policies and plans in Lesotho and monitor mainstreaming of CC priorities into relevant policies and plans;
• Building on the lesson learned from project implementation process and pilot interventions in selected districts, facilitate a discussion process within MFRSC at all levels to better integrate agricultural perspectives;
• Assess institutional and policy requirements to better link the current and longer term climate change adaptation at district and local levels;
• Prepare a field demonstration plan at the beginning of each season and assist the NPC in organizing the demonstrations through subcontracted organizations and district technical coordinators;
• Assist the NPC in organizing workshops, training programmes, study tours and exchange visits;
• Participate in the project wide workshops and training programmes organized by MFRSC in association with the subcontracted organizations;
• Assist the subcontracted organizations in setting up of climate information networks within MFRSC and at the district levels;
• Assist district level officers and community mobilizers in preparing the community level range management plans and to implement the priorities;
• Assist NPC and FAO to prepare periodical reports (workshop reports, inception, mid-term and evaluation and monitoring reports);
• Submit a substantive technical report at the end of the assignment;
• Any other duty required to support a successful implementation of the project.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:
Advanced degree in agriculture and related subjects together with long standing field experience at local and national level on planning, implementation and monitoring of climate change adaptation programmes in Lesotho.
Send your application to:
FAO Lesotho
1st Floor UN House
E-mail: FAO-LS@fao.org