Application Deadline: Application Deadline Apr 15, 2022

  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    POSITION ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
    The Financial Manager has overall policy and management responsibility for the finance and accounting functions within the organization. The Finance manager’s responsibilities include ensuring policy compliance and controls, field office support, staff training and capacity building, management of finance functions, treasury and budget functions. The finance Manager has a responsibility of working with various local and international sub grantees and partners. The position will supervise and oversee finance staff in Nairobi and Somalia offices.
    Specific Responsibilities
    Ensuring finance policy compliance

    Ensure that the country office finance functions are in line with the Adeso finance policy
    Ensure that donor rules and regulations are adhered to in finance management of specific projects .
    Establish and implement Somalia specific finance systems, and guidelines
    Work closely with the team to discuss on finance management policies and provide timely advice on any issues related to compliance, fraud, under or over spending of project grants and finance staffing issues
    Closely look at the issue of cost effectiveness and provide recommendations and guidance to the management team
    Understand and share information related to local government (throughout Somalia) statutory requirements related to financial issues and ensures compliance with tax regulations and any other legal requirements

    Establishing effective internal finance controls

    Ensure that established internal control systems for Adeso are in place. Review on effective implementation of these systems regularly and reporting any discrepancies to the Executive Director
    Ensure that the authorization matrix is updated and approvals are in line with the matrix
    Review the allocation of salaries based on timesheets, and an overall assessment of the general controls that are in place, provide recommendations if necessary.
    Ensure that authorized signatory list and bank information forms are regularly updated and hardcopies are on file
    Identify requirements for and develop reporting formats to aid in the management of Adeso Somalia program operations and grant expenditures.
    Undertake internal control audits, report the same and in discussion with the ED, initiate actions necessary to correct any internal control weaknesses.
    Facilitate and co-ordinates external, internal, donor or government audits
    Documentation- ensure that all relevant finance documents are appropriately filed (soft and print copy), ensuring quality referencing for the filed documents, safety of the documents

    Field office support

    Establish and implement practices to ensure efficient and seamless support and coordination with the field offices
    Undertake regular field office visits in order to support, guide and monitor implementation of internal controls, identify support needs, and train finance and non-finance staff
    Monitor program activities in line with donor proposals and share observations with the concerned team members
    Undertake monitoring of the partner organizations and provide training on Adeso and donor guidelines
    Ensure that cash transfers to the field offices are taking place and any challenges are communicated and addressed

    Undertake quality finance reporting and documentation

    Provide monthly financial reports – ensuring integrity of information and explanations, and timely submission
    Prepare donor reports when necessary- ensuring reporting in the due format of the donors, accuracy of information and timely submission
    Analyse finance information to generate report on overall finance management issues- i.e. spending trends, operation vs program costs, funding gaps, funding pipeline analysis
    Preparation of various monthly finance reports The reports include- trial Balance, collate bank statements, monthly financial grants summary, monthly grants tracking sheet, monthly reconciliation file etc
    Prepare monthly budget vs actual (BVA) report for all donor grants and share the same with senior management team. Participate in BVA review meetings and share any observations and recommendations

    Preparation of project budgets for donor grants

    Preparation and revision of project and grant proposals and budgets in line with donor guidelines
    Review and finalize partner grant budgets ensuring cost effectiveness, clarity of budgets

    Team Leadership

    Leverage strengths of the current finance team members, help to clarify roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs in order to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals;
    Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.

    ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum of a BA; BCOM and/or MBA preferred
    Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/CIMA/CFA).
    Five(5) years of accounting and finance experience, ideally beginning in accounting and audit, followed by experience gathering, evaluating, presenting and reporting financial information to executive teams and external stakeholders
    Experience in a complex NGOs with multiple programs.
    Keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus. simple reporting
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board or other outside partners
    Ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers

    How to applyThis is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org , quoting the position in the email subject matter, by 15th April 2022.Each application should be addressed to HR and include the following:An updated CV with contact details: email address and phone number andAn application letter which should include cover letter and remuneration requirements.

    Apply via :

    jobs@adesoafrica.org

  • Loans Manager

    Loans Manager

    LOANS MANAGER (kshs60,000-100,000)
    Our client, in the banking industry seeks to employ a loan manager, reporting to the head of operations as well as supervise the loan team leaders. He/she will work hand in hand with senior managers, both external and internal, and committees.
    Responsibilities

    He or she will be in charge of the Financial, Physical assets and Decision making.
    Manage credit by developing and formulating policies and procedures in the society as well as implement best systems in approving loan applications.
    He/she will ensure compliance with credit policies and guidelines of society as well as accounting standards.
    He/she will lead the loan team members in meeting performance targets to enhance efficiency and value adding.
    He/she will develop/train his team members appropriately.
    He/she will ensure excellent customer service is accorded to members.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting/cooperative management/banking or related field.
    5yrs of work experience;2 must be supervisory.
    Familiarity with SACCO guidelines and SASRA guidelines.
    Computer literacy and evaluation skills.
    Possess team leadership, relationship and communication skills.
    Possess good mathematical analysis skills and credit management.
    Should be well equipped on credit-related laws and credit management.

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

    Apply via :

    jobs@peoplelink.co.ke

  • Electrician 

Lecturer in Political Science 

Lecturer in Sociology 

Lecturer in Geography ( 2 Positions) 

Lecturer in Actuarial Science 

Graphic Designer

    Electrician Lecturer in Political Science Lecturer in Sociology Lecturer in Geography ( 2 Positions) Lecturer in Actuarial Science Graphic Designer

    Organizational Relationship:
    Reports to the Head of Department, Transport and Maintenance.
    Duties And Responsibilities

    Undertake all electrical related issues;
    Testing and inspection of electrical appliances;
    Electrical faulty diagnosis and repair;
    Coordination of public address system during events;
    Maintain the equipments in electrical department;
    Maintain a schedule of routine faulty finding mission;
    Have a regular schedule for general electrical repair;
    Set up and maintain working procedures;
    Report any defect within the area of work to the supervisor;
    Communicate verbally and in writing to answer inquiries and provide information;
    Prepare for E-learning classes and setting of Micro teaching lab;
    Assist in video shooting and video editing;
    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Competences:

    KCSE mean grade D+ or its equivalent;
    Government Trade Test III;
    At least two years working experience;
    Must be a mature person;
     Must be a person of high morals, integrity, initiative, team player, self-motivated;
    Should have good communication skills.

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    Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Filled Application Form (available on our website: (https://www.cuea.edu/?page_id=7597) copies of relevant certificates and transcripts, and three reference letters one from the local parish to be sent to careers@cuea.edu Applications should reach the Human Resource Manager on or before 15th April 2022 

    Apply via :

    careers@cuea.edu

  • Consultant

    Consultant

    Job Summary
    The overall objective of the Observatory Forests of Eastern and Southern Africa (OFESA) is to support the improvement and implementation of the OFESA prototype, to create a reliable system of monitoring to assist countries in reporting on their climate obligations. A key activity under result 1 is the is Development of a governance framework for data sharing (e.g. a data sharing policy) endorsed by national forestry agencies in Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Uganda. A key output for the project is a data sharing framework document to facilitate sharing of data. This activity requires knowledge and information on the legal issues, policies and regulations related to data sharing, and other issues such as the intellectual property rights, endorsements and approvals that are needed regarding data. The purpose of the consultancy is to review the context and policy issues in the countries and provide recommendations to support the long-term service of OFESA.
    Duties and responsibilities
    Scope of the assignment
    The consultant is expected to undertake the following:

    Provide an overview of the data sharing environment/context in the project countries
    A Data Sharing Agreement Assessment: Review existing guidelines, regulations and laws regarding data sharing within countries and their application to the functioning of the OFESA observatory.
    Identify the gap into the current regulations/policies of data sharing and the aspects that need to be improved or clarified.
    Identify the legal barriers for a better implementation of data sharing policy with a focus on the institutional arrangements and intellectual property
    Identify comparative approaches and provide good practice recommendations for data sharing agreements relevant to the Project.
    Select key informants at the national to be surveyed with a focus on state official’s government’s agencies, research institutions and OFESA partners
    Provide recommendations to OFESA regarding required data sharing structures to facilitate long term service of the observatory

    Approach and Methodology
    The assignment will involve:

    Assessment: Review of legal issues on data sharing in the countries. These will include regulations, frameworks, policies on data sharing in the 5 countries covered by the project.
    This will include visit to project countries and hold discussions with actors in the countries.
    Hold discussion with key informant at the national level to be surveyed with a focus on state official’s government’s agencies, research institutions and OFESA partners
    Write up of the findings that highlight the key issues including legal barriers, opportunities, and recommendations for the functioning of OFESA, and drafted data sharing agreement
    Management of the legal expert consultancy
    The consultant will report to the Senior research officer, OFESA Project in Nairobi. S/he will also be expected to work closely with OFESA project leader and project manager based in Nairobi.
    CIFOR will provide:
    Relevant project documents, reports and contacts
    Guidance and technical support as required throughout the review.
    Introductions to key stakeholders where necessary.
    Logistical support for field travel.
    Comments and feedback on, and approval of, all deliverables within agreed timeline.

    The consultant will be responsible for:

    Developing the workplan for the assignment.
    Regular progress reporting to the OFESA project manager and responding to any comments.
    Production of deliverables within agreed timeline and in accordance with quality requirements.
    Production of the final review report containing data against all indicators in the project results framework, evidence-based responses to the key review questions, summary of lessons learnt and recommendations for future implementation.

    Deliverables/ Expected Outputs
    The main outputs of this assignment will be comprised of:

    Drafted data sharing agreements. Proposed data sharing agreement will provide a coordination mechanism to support data-sharing between (RCMRD, ministries, research
    institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private interests, and other stakeholders with appropriate data-sharing protocols. Data sharing agreements set out the purpose of the data sharing, cover what happens to the data at each stage, set standards and help all the parties involved in sharing to be clear about their roles and responsibilities.
    Recommendations and guidance for implementation. The consultant will distil results and key insights into a final report that provides recommendations for the implementation of prepared data sharing agreements. The report will include aspects provided by and agreed with OFESA project leader.

    Knowledge, experience and competencies
    The consultant shall have:

    Depth of knowledge of interconnected issues of policy and legislation, information management, natural resources management and climate change.
    Master’s Degree in Law, Social Sciences with a specialization in Policy. A PhD is an asset
    A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in forest management, natural resources management and climate change.
    Extent and relevant experience in different countries and regions, especially in East and South Africa

    Timeframe and schedule

    The assignment will be conducted within 50 days between April and August 2022.

    Apply via :

    worldagroforestry.org

  • Sales Advisor

    Sales Advisor

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Source for new guarding and electronic systems clients as per the monthly targets.
    Source for extra business from existing clients as per the monthly targets.
    Conduct security surveys for new and existing clients and prepare and deliver to the client the survey reports within the stipulated timeframe.
    Prepare appropriate quotations and deliver to the clients within the stipulated timeframe.
    Follow-up on all quotations and given and submit weekly reports.
    Communicate to concerned departments of confirmed/ongoing jobs within a reasonable timeframe.
    Analyze business proposal responses and prepare weekly reports.
    Ensure that service contracts are signed before the commencement of the service.
    Collection of all relevant fees from the client as per the contract terms.
    Maintain relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements.
    Carry out regular visits to clients to monitor Customer Satisfaction.
    Undertake customer opinion surveys in respect to sales.
    Organize sales exhibitions and promotions.
    Identifies product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors.

    Minimum Requirements and Competencies

    A university degree in Sales and marketing or business studies is preferred
    Must have (3) years of continuous work experience in the relevant field.
    Presentable with good communication skills.
    Able to persuade and close sales.
    Problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret sales performance and market trend information.
    Self-Motivated and experienced in developing pipelines.
    Excellent oral and written communication skills, plus a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.

    If you are interested please send your CV to careers@securex.co.ke clearly indicating on the email subject the position you are applying for by 15th April 2022.

    Apply via :

    careers@securex.co.ke

  • Energy Specialist

    Energy Specialist

    World Bank on-going portfolio in Kenya energy includes support for Power sector reform; modernizing distribution network and utility operation for enhanced supply reliability and revenue protection, grid distribution including last mile electrification; and guarantee support to the distribution utility; support for off-grid stand-alone solar systems for households and communities, improved cookstoves, solar mini-grids and solar water pumping in the underserved counties; technical assistance and capacity building of sector institutions; and interconnection with neighboring countries as part of the efforts to bring Kenya connected to the regional electricity network.  For Somalia the Energy team is providing support to strengthen the grid service, improve the service of private sector providers in towns and cities and expand basic access services including clean cooking.  As a member of the Kenya and Somalia energy team, the selected candidate is expected to play a key role in design and implementation of the on-going and future World Bank support in energy in East Africa in general and in Kenya and Somalia in particular. 
    Duties & Accountabilities
    The East Africa unit (IAFE1) of the World Bank seeks an Energy Specialist to be a key member of the Kenya and Somalia Energy Team in its efforts towards provisioning of clean, affordable, efficient, and sustainable electricity to the people of Kenya and Somalia.  The work entails strategic, advisory, and operational work. The main responsibility of the candidate will be to support the ongoing sector dialogue, implementation of the investment lending operations, preparation of pipeline, as well as analytical work in Somalia and Kenya’s energy sector. The candidate will also be required to provide support to other country and regional teams in East Africa.  
    The responsibilities of the selected candidate will include:

    The Energy Specialist will work on investment projects, analytical work and policy guidance across a range of countries in Sub-Saharan Africa with a particular focus on Kenya and Somalia. The selected candidate will have the following key responsibilities:
    As part of project teams, prepare, appraise, negotiate and supervise energy projects;
    Remain up-to-date with relevant developments in the country and analytical work in the sector;
    Initiate/participate in analytical and strategic work pertaining to energy sector in East Africa in general and Kenya and Somalia in particular including work led by IAFE1 and those that are led by other practice groups but requiring input from energy staff;
    Support the unit’s analytical agenda on improving energy services in Sub-Saharan Africa;
    Coordinate and follow up with government counterparts and consultants, provide high-quality research and analytical support, including drafting policy notes related to energy;
    Contribute to policy dialogue on energy issues and interactions with the client and partners, and alert management (both country and sector) to issues requiring attention;
    Assume an active role in the Kenya and Somalia energy teams with the aim to ensure adequate and appropriate integration of relevant aspects of the energy development agenda in core Bank products, including the country partnership framework, strategic country diagnostic, country economic memorandum etc.;
    Participate in collaborative and coordination efforts, internally with other practices and WBG and externally with other donors and partners, to optimize complementarities with Bank supported projects and program.
    Participate in the dialogue with relevant representatives of the private sector in order to keep abreast with issues related to the business investment climate and identify possible areas of collaboration through public-private-partnerships.
    Draft and provide timely contributions to project documents, project implementation and project completion reports;
    Support the preparation, completion and follow-up of official missions including the drafting of aide memoires and official correspondence;
    Draft and provide timely inputs to sector briefings and policy notes.

    Selection Criteria

    Master’s degree in engineering, energy planning/economics, sustainable energy, business administration, or equivalent areas relevant for energy sector development;
    At least 5 years of experience in the energy sector in the World Bank, other international institutions and/or companies, government agencies, and/or power sector utilities with track record of strong performance;
    Understanding of energy policies, planning, regulations, technologies or strategies, private sector participation, and institutional development needed to support development and for the success of project and analytic work; 
    Experience in any part of the energy value chain (planning, generation, transmission, distribution, or regulation), and sector reforms and experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa. Experience in working in Kenya and/or Somalia energy sector will be an added advantage;
    Experience working in Fragility Conflict and Violence (FCV) affected countries will be an added advantage;
    Experience in working in World Bank or other International Financial Institutions (IFIs) lending and non-lending operations is desirable;
    Ability to think strategically, work independently, and multi-task complex projects effectively;
    Ability to develop, analyze and articulate project issues and to diagnose problems and propose reliable solutions;
    Demonstrated maturity and aptitude to represent the World Bank in high-level policy dialogue;
    High level of excitement, ability to work independently, taking initiative, and flexibility in quickly adjusting to changing work program requirements;
    Active listening skills, excellent interpersonal skills, able to influence the audience and build positive relationships with clients, different partners and colleagues across units and departmental boundaries in a multi-cultural environment with disperse teams located in different countries;
    Excellent oral and written communications skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues at different levels of the organization and in a multi-cultural environment;

    Technical competencies

    Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena Translate technical and cross-country knowledge into practical applications and contributions to country and sector strategies; interacts with clients at the policy level;
    Policy Dialogue Skills Anticipate needs and requests in the field and conduct independent policy discussions with representatives of the government and non-government partners;
    Integrative Skills Understand relevant cross-sectoral areas how they are interrelated; able to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations;
    Energy Sector Technologies Experience of applying technical knowledge (hydrocarbon, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewables, and energy efficiency) to projects as well as policy-related decisions and advice;
    Energy Policy, Strategy and Institutions Proven understanding of energy policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations.

    The WBG Core Competencies

    Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena Translates technical and cross-country knowledge into practical applications and contributions to country and sector strategies; interacts with clients at the policy level.
    Policy Dialogue Skills Anticipates needs and requests in the field and conducts independent policy discussions with representatives of the government and non-government partners.
    Integrative Skills Understands relevant cross-sectoral areas how they are interrelated; able to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations.
    Sector/Network Representation Demonstrates ability to coordinate, participate in, and act as a catalyst for, strategic cross-sector dialogues within the network, across the country, among Bank colleagues and other development institutions, government, and other organizations.
    Project Design for Impact and Sustainability Contributes to the design of projects and programs, based on an understanding of the country and sector context.

    Apply via :

    worldbankgroup.csod.com

  • Project Management Intern

    Project Management Intern

    About the role
    We are seeking a Project Management Intern who will support the design and engineering teams on Sanergy’s existing breeding facility to implement key retrofits and design changes to the current operating facility.
    The project associate role entails supporting and assisting project leads and project management team in, procurement and construction projects within the EPC department at Sanergy The role summarised will entail assisting project leads with stakeholder management, cash flow and payment tracking, project status updates and status overview, implementing solutions to project risks. 
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Supporting the coordination and management of projects.
    Collects organize, and compile field data into required reports that are distributed on a timely basis
    Understand and guide teams on how to use the EPC framework
    Project risk identification and mitigation drafting 
    Monitors project on a page and MS. Projects  tracking sheets for accuracy and consistency of data;
    Assists in collecting project data for Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Reports, where applicable;
    Builds a strong relationship with project leads in design and execution to ensure timely collection of data;
    Assists in updating of dashboard  presentations that showcase EPC project delivery KPIs;
    Utilizes IT applications to extract and present relevant data elements, including MS Projects, G-suite, Odoo, Salesforce, and Asana
    Communicating with stakeholders regarding project needs and goals.
    Contributing to the planning and development of projects.
    Performing administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings with project leads and/or external stakeholders 
    Keeping track of reporting on project progress and cashflow spend 
    Update budgets with actual project cashflow spend and raise flags when necessary
    Completing any tasks assigned by the Project Manager in an efficient and timely manner.
    Develop framework, standards, templates for all internal project management processes
    Provide training and feedback to the engineering teams to ensure full adoption of the framework
    Ensure design and engineering teams are delivering projects on time and within budget
    Engage all internal and external stakeholders to ensure blocks are flagged and cleared early
    Provide feedback to stakeholder responses and requests to technical teams are responded to within the agreed timescale

    Qualifications

    Degree and/or Diploma in Project Management and/or Procurement
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead and motivate
    A high level of organizational skills and attention to detail
    The ability to meet deadlines and work autonomously
    Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent Sanergy in an ethical and professional manner.

    Qualities you’ll need to fit in well among the Sanergy-Stars

    A collaborative spirit that compels you to work beyond your team.
    A desire to understand and serve customers
    A willingness to embrace diversity, integrity and empathy
    An innovative approach to assessing and testing new ideas
    An enthusiasm to achieve set targets and improve yourself professionally

    The perks you’ll have

    A holistic benefits package
    Unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth
    A unique chance to tackle critical challenges of sanitation, economic empowerment and food security

    Apply via :

    portal.saner.gy

  • Financial Controller

    Financial Controller

    About the role 
    Sanergy is seeking to hire a Financial Controller to lead the accounting department and ensure timely preparation of financial reports, formulating & Implementing internal controls, and prescribed finance processes. 
    Duties and Responsibilities 

    Ensure that all end-month processes are carried out, periods are properly closed, and provide accurate and timely financial reports and forecasts 
    Preparation of monthly management accounts 
    Oversee classification of all expenses to various cost centers in line with the approved budget 
    Ensure accurate record-keeping of expense policy by defining allowable business costs and ensure allocation as per the policy 
    Coordinate and oversee the internal and external audit of the accounting records(Including Grant audits where applicable) and financial statements and implement all recommendations on a timely basis 
    Prepare timely audit reports for executive management, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors 
    Foreign exchange risk management and development of foreign exchange risk mitigation strategies 
    Monitoring and managing the organization’s bank relationships and liquidity management 
    Filing tax returns for the parent company 
    Keep track of tax changes and recommend tax strategies that align with business goals 
    Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards, statutory requirements, legal requirements, and Company policies and procedures and taxation, and other regulatory requirements 
    Ensure internal control in finance is in place and fully complied with as per company policies and procedures intended to safeguard financial resources and assets from risk 

    Qualifications 

    Business Degree preferably in Finance or Accounting, Masters degree an added advantage 
    A CPA 3 or its equivalent 
    Minimum 6 years experience in accounting with at least 2 years in a similar role 
    Advanced excel knowledge is a MUST 
    Knowledge of IFRS & GAAP is an added advantage 
    Have excellent quantitative and analytical skills 
    Be an excellent team player/collaborator with excellent communication skills 
    Have demonstrated the ability to act decisively and resolve problems 
    Building healthy, prosperous communities

    Apply via :

    portal.saner.gy