ANNOUNCEMENTS :

Title
Date
 

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Post of Visa assistant

Applications are invited for the post advertised above. Interested candidates should meet the following qualifications:
− Holder of a degree/ equivalent from a recognised institution
− Computer literate, especially in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
− Excellent communications skills
− Fluency in English and French. A third international language would be an added advantage
− Be multitask, a team player and ready to learn

Key responsibilities

− Receive and process visa applications
− Attend to translations of correspondences at the Consular section
− Attend to immigration telephone inquiries
− Process applications (Kenyan documents and visas)
− Attend to Kenyans in distress
− Carry our any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

If you meet the requirements for the position, kindly write to the undersigned enclosing an application letter, detailed curriculum vitae with 3 references and contacts.
Closing date for applications is 30th June 2009.
Applications for this position should be addressed to:
His Excellency the Ambassador, Kenya Embassy Paris
3, rue Freyçinet
75116 Paris

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

19-06-09
 

THANKSGIVING AND PEACE PRAYER SERVICE ON 20TH SEPTEMBER 2008 TO COMMEMORATE THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE

The Kenya Embassy in France in conjunction with the Kenya Unesco Office France, is organizing a Thanksgiving and Peace Prayer Service to be held on Saturday the 20th of September 2008. The theme of the prayer service shall be "Thanksgiving for the Restoration of Peace in Kenya". 

Details are as follows:

Venue : St. Michael's Church
5 rue d' Aguesseau
75008 PARIS

Metro: Concorde (Line 1, 8 & 12), Madeleine (Line 8, 12 & 14), Miromesnil (Line 9 & 13) or Champs-Elysées Clemenceau (Line 1 & 13);  

Bus: N°52 - alight at "rue d'Aguesseau".

Time:   14h00 to 16h30

The prayers shall be inter-denominational and followers of all religious faiths are welcome.
You are kindly requested to attend and to communicate this information to fellow Kenyans in France.

For further information please contact us at: info@ambassade-kenya.fr or 01 56 62 25 25.

The Kenya Embassy in France looks forward to your participation.

"Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to cope with it"


 

05-09-08
 
INFORMATION TO THE KENYAN DIASPORA IN France
«LABEL PARIS CO-DEVELOPPEMENT SUD» 2008 EDITION


The Paris City Council is offering financial support for projects initiated by immigrant associations or associations which work closely with immigrants living in Paris. It will give a total of 100,000 euros and each project will receive between 3,000 to 15,000 euros. The closing date for applications is 22nd September 2008. Meetings have been scheduled in some districts in view of assisting associations to master the rules of the "Label" and to constitute their applications. These meetings are being organised by "Projets 19" association and "La Guilde Européenne du Raid". Three meetings have already been scheduled:
- Monday 23rd June at 18h30, Mairie du 19ème, salle du Conseil, au fond de la cour, 2ème ée;tage (at the end of the court, 2nd floor)
- Friday 4th July at 19h00, Maison des associations du 13ème, 11 rue Caillaux, 75013 PARIS
- Thursday 10th July at 18h00, Maison des associations du 15ème, 22 rue de la Saida, 75015 Paris.

Associations may register to participate in these meetings by sending an email to: labelpariscodeveloppementsud@paris.fr (indicate name, structure, proposed title of the project, telephone and email address) or by calling 01 53 26 57 37.

Associations can also, at the end of the sessions, request for individual meetings in order to obtain advice in relation to their projects.

Complementary information is available on www.international.paris.fr
 

25-06-08
 
Vacancy with the Kenya Delegation to UNESCO

Kenya Delegation to UNESCO
1 , rue Miollis
75732 PARIS Cedex 15

+33 (0) 1 45 68 32 81
+33 (0) 1 44 49 08 58
dl.kenya@unesco.org

Please send in your application before the 20th February, 2008

The post: Research Assistant
Sector: Culture/Communication & Information/Gender

Click here for details: Word Document

 

05-02-08
  KENYA EMBASSY
3 RUE FREYCINET
75116 PARIS

TEL: +33 (0) 1 56 62 25 25
FAX: +33(0)147204441
Email: paris@amb-kenya.fr


JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Permanent Delegation of Kenya to UNESCO in Paris is looking for a Research Assistant in the following fields:
1. Culture/Communication
2. Social Science

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will:
• Provide reliable research services to the Ambassador/ Permanent Delegate
and to Kenya Delegation UNESCO office.
• Provide accurate reports and data
• Provide specialized support services such as organization of meetings
• Attend meetings as assigned
• In consultation with the Ambassador/ Permanent Delegate, research, compile and write reports relevant to his/ her area of specialization.
• Liaise with the relevant external partners and clients as directed byAmbassador/ Permanent Delegate
• Head sub-committee relevant to specific assignments

Competencies

Candidate must have the following skills and competencies:
• Excellent communication skills
• Planning and organizing awareness
• Willing to work in a dynamic environment
• Initiative
• Team work
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to conduct Web-based research
• Computer literate
• Fluent in both French and English
• Any other language an advantage

Education Background

• Hold a first degree in relevant field to the advertised position

Qualification and Experience

• An advanced degree may compensate for an additional year of experience
• 25-35 years old
• Proof of relevant experience

 

09-03-07
 
INVITATION:

JAMHURI DAY CELEBRATIONS - 2006

This year's Jamhuri Day Celebrations will be held on Monday, 11th December, 2006, from

18 h 30 - 20 h 30 at

UNESCO
7, Place de Fontenoy
75007 PARIS
Métro Cambronne

All Kenyans are invited.

 

18-11-06
 

KENYA EMBASSY
3, RUE FREYCINET
75116 PARIS
TEL : +33 (0)1 56 62 25 25
FAX : +33 (0)1 47 20 44 41


JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Permanent Delegation of Kenya to UNESCO in Paris is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Secretary/Translator

Key Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible to the Head of Mission to:-
> Translate all correspondences as required from time to time
> Perform all Secretarial Duties including UNESCO Programmes and Consular Matters
> Any other assigned duties

Qualifications and Experience
> Aged between 25-35 years
> Degree in Business Administration or an equivalent, a postgraduate degree will be an added advantage.
> Competencies in the translation of documents
> Fluent in English and French
> Good working knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese would be an added advantage.
> Good computer skills
> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
> At least three (3) years relevant working experience in an Embassy/International Organization/NGO.



VACANCIES FOR DRIVERS

Applications are invited for Drivers for the Office of the Kenya Permanent Delegate to UNESCO.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Background:
> Allysee graduates with good certificates/Kenya Certificate of
Secondary Education or equivalent.
Other:
> Able to speak fluent English and French.
> Conversant with Paris Street Map Reading and Paris driving routes in general.
> Experienced
> Good track record of clean driving
> Committed with ability to work for long hours with minimum supervision
> Ready to drive the Ambassador and or the utility car.
> Medically fit.
Salary:
> An attractive salary package will be offered to the qualified candidates.
Interested applicants should submit their applications to:

KENYA EMBASSY,
3, RUE FREYCINET,
75116, PARIS
or E-mail: paris@amb-kenya.fr to reach on or before 14th August, 2006.

Applications with detailed CVs together with e-mail addresses or day-time telephone contacts should be mailed to reach this office on or before 14th August 2006,

KENYA EMBASSY
3, RUE FREYCINET
75116 PARIS
E-mail : paris@amb-kenya.fr
WEB SITE: www.kenyaembassyparis.org

 

 

 3-08-06
 

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Paris is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Clerk/Translator


Key Responsibilities:
The incumbent will be responsible to the Head of Chancery.
• Translate all correspondence
• Should be Multi-skilled to handle visa/consular applications
• Any other assigned duties

Qualifications and experience:
• Aged between 25-35 years
• Degree in Business Administration or an equivalent, a postgraduate degree will be an added advantage.
• Competencies in the translation of documents
• Fluent in English and French
• Good working knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese would be an added advantage.
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• At least three (3) years relevant working experience in an Embassy/International Organization/NGO.

Applications with detailed CVs together with e-mail addresses or day-time telephone contacts should be mailed to reach this office on or before 14th February 2006.

KENYA EMBASSY
3, RUE FREYCINET
75116 PARIS
E-mail : paris@amb-kenya.fr
WEB SITE: www.kenyaembassyparis.org
.

 

4-02-06
 
INVITATION: JAMHURI DAY CELEBRATIONS - 2005

This year's Jamhuri Day Celebrations will be held on Thursday, 8th December,
2005, from 18 h 30 - 20 h 30 at

UNESCO
7, Place de Fontenoy
75007 PARIS
Métro Cambronne

All Kenyans are invited.

 

14-11-05
 
MEETING GAZ DE FRANCE PARIS SAINT-DENIS
FRIDAY 1ST JULY 2005

ABOUT 15 KENYAN ATHLETES ARE EXPECTED FOR THE EVENT.

TEL. FOR MORE INFO: 01 49 46 28 28
TICKET RESERVATION: 08 92 70 09 00

WEBSITE: WWW.MEETINGGAZDEFRANCE.COM

 

30-06-05
VITTEL AMAZON RAID
SPORTS ADVENTURE
SCHEDULED FOR KENYA:
September 27 – October 5, 2005


 
 
 
For its 5th edition, the Vittel Amazon Raid, organized by television personality, Alexandre DEBANNE, and his team, is scheduled to take place in Kenya from 27th September to 5th October 2005.

About 230 women, divided into teams, are to participate in the event. They will be discovering the Kenyan wonders through sport trials in the country and interaction with the local people. French NRJ radio station is to cover the event, and air directly from Kenya during the period of the event.

For further information: http://www.vittelamazones.com

Tel: +33 (0) 1 69 06 11 11 (ZBO organization)

Photos from the Launch in Paris, 23rd June 2005.

 



23-06-05
KENYA PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
Paris, 23 - 27 May 2005

“Cultural Heritage Sites
and Musical Instruments of Kenya”

Organised by
- The Permanent Delegation of Kenya to UNESCO
- The National Museums of Kenya
PLACE:7th floor
UNESCO House,
7 Place de Fontenoy
75352 PARIS 07 SP
FOR INFORMATION: Contact:
The Permanent Delegation of Kenya to UNESCO
Tel: 01.56.62.25.25
Fax: 01.47.20.44.41

20-05-05
KENYAN SINGER, SUZANNA OWIYO
CONCERT AT TITAN CLUB IN PARIS
DATE:Friday, 27 May 2005
TIME:Midnight till dawn
TICKETS:20 Euros
FOR INFORMATION: Contact: Veronika Kariuki
Tel. 06.18.66.10.27

 
20-05-05

KENYA 7S RUGBY TEAM IN PARIS
10-11 JUNE 2005


 
 


This yearÂ's International Rugby Board Sevens series will be held in Paris. The France Sevens represents the height of this yearÂ's IRB Sevens season.

Kenya will be participating in the tournament. You are all encouraged to turn out and support kenya 7s rugby team.



EVENT: Finals of IRB (International Rugby Board) Rugby Sevens Tournament.
Tournament Date:10 - 11 June 2005, PARIS.
VENUE:Stade Jean Bouin, Paris, France
20-40, avenue du Général Sarrail
75016 Paris
Métro: Porte d’Auteuil.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.mavuno.blogspot.com
www.irbsevens.com
TICKETS:(PRIX PAR JOUR/ PRICE PER DAY)
Catégorie OR/GOLD:: 50 Euros
Catégorie VIP:30 euros
Catégorie 1: 17 Euros
Catégorie 2: 12 Euros
 www.ticketnet.fr
To Buy VIP Tickets contact:Paul De Keerle
9 rue de Liège
75009 Paris
Email: pdkeerle@ffr.fr
Fax: +33 (0)1 53. 21 15 49
25-04-05
KENYAN MUSICIAN CONCERT

MS GRACE SOLIA


DATE:Wednesday, 20th April, 2005
TIME:19 H 00
PLACE:LE BAISER SALE,
58 rue des Lombards,
CHATELET
TICKETS:10 Euros; avaiable at the entry on the night
FOR INFORMATION: phil.et.grace.free.fr
www.jazzvalley.com/baisersaler
baisersaler@jazzvalley.com
15-04-05
2005 IAAF WORLD CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS IN FRANCE

DATE:19th - 20th MARCH, 2005
PLACE:SAINT-ETIENNE / SAINT-GALMIER, France
FOR INFORMATION:International Association of Athletics Federation
www.iaaf.org
Expected Participants:According to IIAF Kenya's team to comprise about 40 persons.


05-03-05
BOXING GALA, PRIVAS - FRANCE

DATE:TUESDAY, 15th MARCH, 2005
PLACE:Gymnase Municipale de Tauléac in PRIVAS
CONTACT FOR INFORMATION:Mr. Paulin of PRIVAS BOXE
Tel. 06.17.91.63.42
Av. de l'Industrie,
Z.A. du Lac - 07000 Privas.
Kenyan professional boxers participating:1. Mr. NZAU Athanas
2. Mr. MULAMA Jomo


Kenya's Athanas NZAU is to clash with France's Leva KIRAKOSYAN for the vacant WBF super featherweight world title.

The event will be broadcast live on Eurosport channel.


05-03-05
SEMI-MARATHON DE PARIS

DATE:SUNDAY, 6th MARCH, 2005
TIME:10 a.m.
PLACE:Departure:
Esplanade du Château de Vincennes, Paris
FOR INFORMATION:www.parismarathon.com

Tel: 01.41.33.15.68


05-03-05
H.E. the Ambassador,
Ms Raychelle Awuor Omamo,
invites

ALL KENYANS TO MEET WITH
HON. PROF. WANGARI MAATHAI,
NOBEL PEACE PRIZE LAUREATE AND
ASSISTANT MINISTER FOR ENVIRONMENT


ON :TUESDAY, 1 - FEB - 2005
TIME :18h - 19h30
VENUE :UNESCO CAFETERIA
7th floor
7, Place de Fontenoy
75007 PARIS
Métro Cambronne


27-01-05

INVITATION: JAMHURI DAY CELEBRATIONS - 2004

This year's Jamhuri Day Celebrations will be held on Thursday, 9th December, 2004, from 18 h 30 - 20 h 30 at

UNESCO
7, Place de Fontenoy
75007 PARIS
Métro Cambronne


All Kenyans are invited.


17-11-04

SAMEDI 6 NOVEMBRE 17H :
Maulidi Juma & Zuhura Swaleh avec Mombasa Party.

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26-10-04

MINISTERIAL STATEMENT ON THE RELEASE OF THE KENYAN NATIONALS WHO WERE HELD HOSTAGE IN IRAQ.

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01-09-04

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING CERTIFICATES OF GOOD CONDUCT

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Administrative forms:
Form 1
Form 2.1
Form 2.2

12-08-04

UNESCO INTERNATIONAL VACANCIES

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30-07-04

18.00 France 5 -
GENESIS II - ET L'HOMME CREA LA NATURE

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12-07-04

UNESCO-CUBA CO-SPONSORED FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAMME FOR YEAR 2005

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01-07-04

KENYA'S NEW AMBASSADOR TO FRANCE

H.E. Ms. Raychelle Awuor OMAMO, presented the letters accrediting her as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kenya to the Republic of France on Tuesday, 10th February, 2004 ...

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13-04-04

NARC MANIFESTO BOOKLETS AND VICTORY MAPS

The Governing Party, the National Rainbow Coalition (NARC) has issued a Manifesto and Party Victory Maps. These are now available to Kenya nationals abroad at a cost of US$ 10 inclusive of freight charges

Those interested in purchasing the publications should contact

The Embassy of Kenya
3, rue Freycinet
75116 PARIS

Tel: 01 56 62 25 25

08-08-03

 

 

 

 

 

 

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