Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Apr 15, 2022

  • Consultant – Development of the Africa Biogas Component Project (ABC) Awareness-raising Strategy

    Consultant – Development of the Africa Biogas Component Project (ABC) Awareness-raising Strategy

    Job Description
    Objectives of the study
    The assignment/ study seeks to develop an awareness-raising strategy for the ABC-K project that takes into account the different size segments (small and medium scale), different technologies (e.g., brick dome, prefabricated), different valorisation options products (biogas for cooking, heating & powering, bio-slurry, bio-slurry enriched compost etc…) and related benefits (on incomes, indoor air pollution and agricultural productivity…), as well as feasible options for customers to finance biodigesters.
    Scope of Work
    In Kenya, biodigesters are a moderately well-known technology, and farmers’ awareness of this technology is modest. Raising awareness remains critical to supporting the sales of small and medium scale biodigesters. Biodigester companies are mostly small, led by individuals, and cannot invest in and roll out extensive awareness and marketing campaigns. Other companies such as building companies are constructing or installing biodigesters as part of a bigger construction offer. Only a handful of biodigester companies invest sufficiently in awareness-raising and marketing to make this business profitable.
    The awareness strategy will inform the ABC project on (i) how to support biodigester businesses to create awareness of their businesses, (ii) how to roll a national campaign digitally and (iii) how to implement more localized awareness-raising events in the 12 high potential counties through ABPL and the marketing hubs. Propositions should remain within the limits of a pre-defined budget. Project strategy will also define how to closely engage with private sector companies in the implementation of the awareness-raising campaign.
    The awareness-raising strategy will inform the development of educational and training approaches, as well as above the line and below the line awareness measures, with a particular focus on 12 high-potential counties. To accurately deliver on this, the strategy should elaborate on the knowledge and information penetration status, in terms of what information exists, how it is has been received and any existing biases that hinder positive uptake of this information.
    The strategy will also advise on the use of nationally established mass media (radio, TV, newspaper, social media) and digital awareness tools to reach a wider public. These tools will include mobile-based information systems such as SMS blasts, USSD codes for information, smartphone apps, serious games, etc. The awareness-raising strategy will consider gender-sensitive language, messages and channels that speak to women, men and youth.
    The strategy will draw on existing networks and marketing hubs maintained by the Africa Bioenergy Programs Limited (APBL) e.g., Biodigester sector extension officers and identify other access channels, such as farmer cooperatives and women groups to run awareness-raising campaigns and local pieces of training. The strategy will inform how the project will draw on other partner networks like Kenya Renewable Energy Association (KEREA), Clean Cooking Association of Kenya (CCAK), Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) and Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT) to influence awareness-raising on bio-digesters and bio-fertiliser use.
    Lastly, the strategy will inform ways and how to engage the private sector in the biodigesters sector to provide product demonstrations during roadshows, technology clinics, and information on financing schemes.
    Next to awareness-raising, the strategy will also provide ways to maximise the valorisation of biogas by-products (bio-slurry and bio-slurry enriched compost as fertilisers), as well as potentially other products (e.g., effect on yields), to boost demand for biodigesters in Kenya. For this, the selected consultant is expected to closely consult with the biomass research institute as the lead implementer on organic fertiliser valorisation.
    The strategy will also take into account bio-slurry valorisation, behavioural change aspects and good farming practices to eliminate structural challenges of small-holder farms in Kenya. Existing owners of biodigesters may become ambassadors of the technology.
    The strategy will be used to target various actors: livestock farmers, associations of livestock farmers, marketing hubs, biodigester enterprises, enterprise associations and their agents, local governments and the national government.
    Timeline & Deliverables
    The following highlights the deliverables and proposed timelines of this consultancy assignment.
    Research Framework Development will be carried out in Mid- April 2022 involving the following:

     Inception meeting
     Draft research framework submitted for review
     Delivery of final research framework

    Research outputs will be delivered as follows: By the End-April 2022, deliver an inception report with the following:

     Understanding of the assignment
     Detailed methodology and approaches
     Detailed work plan

    By the End-May 2022 deliver the Awareness Raising Strategy Study with the following:

     Target audiences (both biodigester potential users, suppliers and networks)
     Types of awareness-raising events and publications, communication channels and involved partners.
     Outline key digital tools, media interventions, messaging, and behavioural change components.

    By the End of June 2022, deliver

     Clear and differentiated strategies for both the small and the medium scale biodigester segments.
     Awareness raising strategy with a focus on high-potential counties during the project lifetime with a framework to evaluate the impact and success of the awareness-raising campaign objectives.

    Qualifications
    Qualifications of consultant/firm of consultants
    All bidders must meet the following minimum qualifications and experience:

     Experience in consulting/advising on communications, preferably including the decentralised renewable energy sector in Kenya
     Proven track record of designing and planning creative and effective communications campaigns in rural areas, preferably in the context of private sector/behaviour change and communications.
     Proven experience translating core messages into effective products across multiple mediums (e.g., graphics, posters/fliers, mainstream and social media messages, events organization etc.
     Strong written and communication skills
     Excellent command of English and Swahili, both written and oral.

    Additional Information
    Proposal submission.
    Interested and qualified firms and consultants are required to submit separately, a technical and financial proposal that includes the following: Technical Proposal

     Qualification and experience of the consultant/ firm and the team to carry out the tasks
     The understanding of the assignment, demonstrating background knowledge
     Proposed approach and methodology to undertake this assignment, highlighting how the applicant will address the needs of this ToR
     Previous experience in a similar assignment(s).
     Detailed activity work plan.

    Financial proposal
    Total budget (KShs) aligned to work plan

     Cost breakdown of the experts per day
     Copy of Certificate of Registration in Kenya
     Copy of KRA PIN Certificate of firm/company/individual
     Copy of valid Kenya Tax Compliance Certificate

    Payments will be based on outputs, i.e., upon approval of the deliverables specified in the Tor’s
    Criteria for Evaluation
    The technical proposal includes:

     Consultant or firm’s experience in previous similar assignments and reputation – Past performance, references for the work performed in the last five years with at least 2-3 assignments in Kenya (25%)
     Demonstrate past work in the renewable energy (biodigesters) sector, or agriculture sectors, and working knowledge of Kenya (15%)
     Detailed Workplan (20%)
     Relevant qualifications of Kenyan firm/individual consultant (20%).

    This focuses on the CV(s) of consultant(s) and reference lists including the scope of past assignments that highlight similar work and Sector experience
    Financial Proposal (20%)

     Must be inclusive of all applicable taxes in Kenya
     Value for money
     Clear budget match to deliverables based on a daily rate in Kenya Shillings

    Apply via :

    www.smartrecruiters.com

  • Distribution Interns

    Distribution Interns

    About the role:
    BURN is looking for self-driven, aggressive, resourceful, and persistent distribution interns (10) in Naivasha who will be able to identify growth opportunities and handle a full sales cycle from prospecting new retailers closing a sale, and payments.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Aggressive recruitment of new retailers.
    Meeting sales targets.
    Collecting and documenting market intelligence.
    Managing wholesalers – ensuring optimal stocks are maintained.
    Developing effective strategies to increase sales volumes
    Building awareness about the product and educating the customer on product usage and NPDs.
    Reporting on all sales activities; daily, weekly, and monthly.
    Reporting on market dynamics and category or industry activities.
    Managing relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction through regular contacts and prompt resolution of issues.

    Education and Experience

    Diploma in sales and marketing or equivalent.
    Performance-oriented, decisive, and independent.
    Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
    Strong negotiations skills.
    A strategic and innovative thinker.
    Team working and ability to network effectively.

    BURN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: sales.recruitment@burnmfg.com using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    sales.recruitment@burnmfg.com

  • Internal Auditor- Financial Industry

    Internal Auditor- Financial Industry

    Objective:
    To continuously ensure internal control systems, risk management and governance, procedures and policies with a view to minimize risk exposure for utilization of assets and other resources.
    Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

    Develop internal control measures and organize regular review of internal control measures.
    Develop annual audit plans for approval by appropriate authority and ensuring that routine audits are carried out as per agreed plan.
    Ensure compliance with the laid down internal controls, all policies and other statutory requirements and regulations
    Develop risk and compliance framework on the company’s overall risk management strategies and annual work plans
    Conduct discussions with line Managers on commencement and completion of all audits
    Check the soundness of accounting standards and procedures and reliability of financial records and reports
    Safeguarding assets and, as appropriate, verify the existence of such assets by independently appraising the company’s operations to ensure assets are safeguarded.
    Ensure operations or programs are consistent with established objectives and goals and that the operations are being carried out as planned.
    Advise management on external audit queries
    Guarantees complete confidentiality of records and information obtained during the course of audit jobs
    Carry out audits and investigations and recommend remedial actions as per operational procedures requirements

    Key Qualifications:

    Degree in finance or related course.
    CPA – K/ACCA qualification
    CISA certification
    Membership of a professional body
    Five (5) years working experience in a finance function with a minimum 3 years auditing experience in a senior position.
    Policy formulation experience

    Competencies and Skills:

    A firm understanding of internal auditing standards and Data analytics,
    Able to integrate understanding of industry trends and vulnerabilities to identify future possibilities, opportunities and risks
    Knowledge and application of Internal Audit and accounting standards in financial services industry
    Proactively review and recommend security quality improvements in line with technological and product changes
    Ability to understand and document workflows and business processes.
    Knowledge and effective application of all relevant banking policies, processes, procedures and guidelines to consistently achieve required compliance standards or benchmarks
    Organized; able to work both independently and in a team setting
    Ability to identify solutions that effectively address business and control needs
    Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate audit results to functional heads and other stakeholders
    Self-empowerment to enable development of open communication, teamwork and trust that are needed to support true performance.
    Excellent written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills.

    Interested applicants should send their detailed CVs and cover letters quoting the job title (INTERNAL AUDITOR-MICROFINANCE) as subject to reach us not later than 15th April 2022 to careers@italgloballtd.com. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    careers@italgloballtd.com

  • Digital Marketer

    Digital Marketer

    Responsibilities

    In charge of day-to-day business operations and daily sales.
    Answering customers’ enquiries and giving advice about products and prices
    General book-keeping for accounts and audits
    Create marketing campaigns and email campaigns to send out to customers
    Content Strategy – responsible for all website content and for creating and implementing the content strategy to ensure online objectives are met.
    SEO and PPC – Optimizing website structure and content for search engines (SEO) and/or the use of paid online advertising PPC to drive relevant traffic to the website.
    Social Networking – managing the online presence and brand of a company. Social networking tools such as Facebook, Twitter etc. and engage with consumers.
    Research competitors’ pricing and products
    Conduct keyword research and web statistics reporting

    Qualifications

    Advertising, media and communications
    Business and technology
    Creative design
    Journalism and Marketing.
    1Year of Experience in Digital Marketing
    Experience executing paid social media campaigns
    Basic Knowledge of video/picture editing software such as Adobe

    Requirements

    Strong verbal communication skills for articulating ideas to colleagues and clients
    Excellent written communication skills for producing high quality content
    Competencies in data entry, analysis, and management
    Keen attention to detail and ability to effectively manage time
    Attention to detail and accuracy
    Ability to work independently and flexibly
    Ability to work as part of a team
    Organizational skills with the ability to deliver a high volume of quality work
    Creative skills for contributing new and innovative ideas
    Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
    Networking and analytical skills
    Knowledge of existing and emerging social media platforms
    Excellent IT skills.
    Prior experience in retail would be advantageous.
    Knowledge of proper bookkeeping and inventory management

    Interested candidates should send their CVs to jobs@peoplelink.co.ke  with the job title as the email subject.Only shortlisted shall be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobs@peoplelink.co.ke

  • Scrum Master

    Scrum Master

    Job Summary
    We are looking for an experienced scrum master to oversee and guide agile cross-functional software development teams towards delivering high quality, high impact software products within schedule and budget. To this end, the scrum master responsibilities include but not limited to ensuring that development teams follow established agile practices, mentoring and motivating the teams to improve processes, facilitating meetings and decision-making processes, managing timeliness of delivery, and eliminating team impediments.
    To be successful as a scrum master, you should have a firm grasp of agile practices and the ability to effectively manage and mentor development teams. An outstanding scrum master should have excellent interpersonal, project management, critical thinking, and problem-solving 
    Job Requirements

    Deliver software development projects using Agile, specifically SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) development methodology.
    Organize and facilitate project planning, daily stand-up meetings, reviews, retrospectives, sprint and release planning and demos.
    Ensure agile processes are followed and work with the teams to help them adopt the process that works best for the team.
    Ensure project teams are practicing the core principles of collaboration, prioritization, team accountability, and visibility.
    Update agile tracking systems to provide transparency on Product & Sprint Backlogs.
    Recommend improvements and assist in changes to best practice.
    Support the business outcome owners and delivery teams as necessary.
    Assist with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and radiating information.
    Assist team with making appropriate commitments through story selection, task definition.
    Identify and remove impediments, prevent distractions that interfere with the ability of the team to deliver the sprint goal.
    Facilitate discussion and conflict resolution.
    Empower the teams to self-organize.
    Improve the productivity of the teams in any way possible.
    Adapt delivery plans, schedules, and resource assignments as required throughout projects to respond to emerging requirements and risks.
    Stakeholder management.
    Risk and issue identification and management.
    Dependency management.
    Communication to the team and outside of the team.
    Alignment with other customer projects and initiatives.
    Provide progress updates to relevant stakeholders.

    ROLE QUALIFICATIONS:

    5+ years of software development project management experience.
    Agile Project Management Certification is highly desirable.
    Good understanding of business IT.
    Involved with all aspects of software delivery and life cycle, from inception phase to UAT and delivery.
    Experienced Scrum Master and leading teams who deliver successful enterprise software development projects.
    Successfully applied Agile/Scrum/SAFe practices.
    Proficient in managing scope in an Agile project and facilitating the user story lifecycle in close collaboration with the customer/Business Outcome Owner, including breaking down complex requirements into independent user stories, capturing detailed acceptance criteria, building a release plan with user, managing the backlog, running showcases.
    Past experience in project managing complex data management and data platform development projects is highly desirable.
    Ideally, experienced in running distributed teams and distributed agile teams.
    Exceptional listening, written and verbal communication skills including exceptional client facing/consulting skills.
    Will have your own opinions about how to build great software and be prepared to defend them.

    If you match the qualifications and experiences of this job, submit your CV in the form below or email recruitment@icealion.com by Friday, 15th April 2022. Please quote the job title on the subject

    Apply via :

    recruitment@icealion.com

  • Third Party Monitoring Lead Consultant Public Financial Management Expert

    Third Party Monitoring Lead Consultant Public Financial Management Expert

    Scope of Work:
    The TPM Lead will provide overall technical guidance and support and verification of USAID’s Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) activities in Wajir county.
    Roles and Responsibilities:

    Provide technical guidance, support, and oversight of the activity.
    Oversee the development/refinement of the methodology.
    Lead desk review of implementing partner reports, activity briefs, and other relevant documents.
    Lead in the development of the data collection tools.
    Participate in the pilot of the data collection tools, in-person and/or remote as well as any other data collection activities.
    Oversee and participate in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.
    Compile weekly summary reports with key findings during the data collection.
    Support the development of the reporting templates.
    Lead the writing of the findings report and in presenting to the Mission/ stakeholders.
    Participate in regular check-in calls and debriefs with the Mission and MSP staff.
    Other activities as agreed upon with MSP staff.

    Minimum qualifications and experience:

    Master’s degree or doctoral in health, nutrition, WASH or related fields from a recognized university.
    Ability to plan, manage, and implement monitoring activities related to health, nutrition, WASH and food assistance.
    A minimum of 4 years leading the design and implementation of field data collection, planning, developing tools and methodologies, and implementing quantitative and qualitative data collection.
    Experience with managing, and implementing emergency and response programs.
    A minimum of 4 years Leading teams of data collectors
    A minimum of 4 years planning working/ supporting or implementing program in the Arid and Semi-arid Lands (ASAL) of Kenya.
    Ability to diplomatically communicate and work effectively with a wide range of USAID implementing partners and stakeholders.
    A minimum of 4 years conducting third party monitoring of implementing partner activities,
    Experience in authoring TPM reports.
    Possess excellent communication, presentation skills, with experience in presenting to the Mission, national government, or related entities.
    A minimum of 4 years working in/implementing Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) activities for NGO/Development Partners.
    Experience in writing high quality program / data analysis / synthesis reports.

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  • Research Medical Specialist I -Temporary

    Research Medical Specialist I -Temporary

    JOB PURPOSE: 
    The Clinical Information Network (CIN) is a multi-hospital platform designed to promote better generation and use of paediatric patient data for quality improvement, surveillance, and research. The project seeks a highly motivated clinical specialist who will work with other members of the team towards successful running of a multi-site pragmatic trial on pneumonia treatments and other projects supported on the platform.
    Description: 

    REPORTS TO: PI and other senior CIN investigators SUPERVISES: CIN team, liaises with investigators and hospital teams at sites. Working alongside senior data manager, management of data team activities 
    BUDGET AND RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY: Assists the CIN project manager in responsibility for the project budgets and assets 

    JOB DIMENSIONS:
    The post-holder will have a high level of responsibility for the clinical and project management aspects of CIN, ensuring clinical standards, harmonisation, data quality and clinically relevant outputs, and liaison with the Ministry of Health as a key partner. The post holder will need to be self-sufficient and be able to work unsupervised with an unpredictable timescale. The post is mentally demanding and involves a working closely with study teams at multiple sites in Kenya, eventually expanding to new sites in East Africa
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    To coordinate network activities and meetings among researchers with projects running on the platform, with hospital sites, county officials and Ministry of Health. 
    To review and update study protocols, procedure, CRFs, SOPs and informed consent documents for the an ongoing large clinical trial and linked projects 
    To provide clinical training and mentorship at project sites 
    To ensure that clinical teams fulfil their roles and responsibilities and maintain clinical standards and ethics 
    To advise on clinical care for study participants 
    To work with the data managers to generate and disseminate reports and presentations 
    To conceptualise, undertake and analyse and report own studies and sub-studies within existing projects 
    To represent the project at internal and external meetings and maintain favourable relations with stakeholders including hospital leadership, County Health Managers, Ministry of Health and other key stakeholders 
    Other duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

    QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS: Essential 

    Specialist training (MMed or equivalent) in paediatrics 
    Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree or its equivalent degree from any recognized university or institution 
    At least 1-2 years’ experience in a senior role as a Paediatric consultant in a county (or tertiary) hospital in Kenya 
    Valid specialist clinical practice licence and annual retention certificate from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists’ Board or equivalent 
    Evidence of prior scientific publication and research work Desirable 
    Previous clinical experience in clinical research leading to publication of at least one peer-reviewed first-author manuscript. 
    Extensive experience in the management of acutely ill children in low-income settings 
    Evidence of prior engagement with the Ministry of Health COMPETENCIES 
    Excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of emotional intelligence 
    High energy, clear goal orientation and strong work ethic 
    Strong leadership, organisational and planning ability 
    A high standard of written scientific English 
    Computer literacy in project management tools and Microsoft applications 

    PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS: 

    Based at the Nairobi office of the KEMRI/Wellcome Trust Research Programme, Kenya. 
    Regular travel, including outside of working hours, out of Nairobi to visit project sites for training, oversight, clinical reviews, troubleshooting and policy/public engagement

    Apply via :

    jobs.kemri-wellcome.org

  • Database Administrator

    Database Administrator

    Overall Job Purpose
    The Database Administrator will be responsible for supporting the business by maintaining an optimized service delivery, increase customer satisfaction (internal & external) and increase efficiency on the way staff use banking systems data.
    Principle Accountabilities

    Providing user support: availing accurate and reliable data, performing approved backend postings to the system
    Coordinate Users’ and Service Providers’ issues-resolution through reporting, tracking
    Optimize database systems and provide healthy database platforms
    Ensure replication is running for configured systems
    Deploying applications, enhancements together with vendors to the business
    Offering technical support by troubleshooting reported challenges in the end of day processes
    Ensuring data integrity within the banking systems
    Regular performance review of banking systems. Reporting on system performance by providing all relevant system reports against set banking system targets for management decisions
    Ensuring that comprehensive User Acceptance Tests (UATs) are done with all new deployments.

    Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

    A University degree in Information Technology or related field
    Atleast 3 years’ experience in supporting a busy ICT environment with thorough knowledge of banking operations, system procedures and programming.
    Proven experience in installing, setup, support and troubleshooting modern database systems i.e  Oracle and MS-SQL in a high availability environment.
    Experience in Storage and Backup management, working in UNIX and windows environment.
    Experience in Sybase (or SAP Hanna) will be an added advantage.
    Experience in design and analysis of business workflows,System administration,Networking skills and Information Security skills. 

    Key Competencies and Skills

    Results oriented
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    Spread sheets knowledge,
    Analytical skills
    Problem solving skills
    Must be self-driven and a team player.
    Must have Integity

    Apply via :

    www.hfgroup.co.ke