Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Aug 30, 2023

  • Assistant Quality Control

    Assistant Quality Control

    Job Details

    Evaluate the materials routinely used during production, the work environment, and components during production by running specific tests of quality.
    Receiving, sampling, and analysis of raw materials, packaging materials, intermediate, bulk, and finished products.
    Validation of production processes, quality control procedures, and calibration of equipment, and maintenance of their records.
    Communicate with management and other team members when problems arise and offer possible solutions to help correct any mistakes during manufacturing.
    Issue Root cause, Corrective action and Preventive Measures.
    Liaise with all departments and the hygiene team to ensure 100%compliance to GMP.
    Perform detailed inspection of manufactured products against product specifications.
    Report findings of quality issues.

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

    Apply via :

    sales@kampharmacy.com

  • WASH Project Engineer – 2 Positions

    WASH Project Engineer – 2 Positions

    Primary Purpose

    To provide professional and technical quality control and   supervision during implementation of  emergency rehabilitation of water supply systems and other construction projects for FCA’s in Various ASAL counties. The officers will periodically assist in preparing tender documents for the water and construction works in close consultation with County Government technical teams including technical drawings, specifications of works, Bills of Quantities and conditions of contracts, and ensure timely completion of project activities. He/She will be responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, accountability, evaluation and reporting on the Projects’ activities on weekly basis and also participate in all coordination meetings with partners and the County Government departments.

    MAIN TASKS

    Planning, Implementation, supervision, monitoring and evaluation, compiling technical progress & situational reports; weekly, monthly, quarterly, and final.
    Ensuring adherence to the approved work, budget and procurement plans.
    Coordination and networking at county level with WASH emergency technical groups, Water, environment and sanitation coordination (WESCOORD), CSG, NDMA, and other forums.
    Work closely with relevant authorities to ensure all WASH interventions deployed in the communities, facilities and schools are in alignment with the WASH in emergency Standards.
    Support preparation and conducting of trainings for water Users Associations (WUAs) to empower them to run their own water supply systems in a sustainable way
    Support preparation and conducting of hygiene promotion training sessions.
    Ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
    Support in the distribution of WASH NFIs and prepare reports and distribution lists for accountability.
    Assist in collection of data pertaining to rapid WASH needs assessments in the project counties and determining most technically appropriate water supply options.
    Ensure that the contractor is available at site at all time and maintains the following documentation:
    An updated timetable on a bar chart format
    A site logbook for instruction to the contractor
    Requests for work approval
    Accident and incident reports
    Test certificates as they are issued
    A site diary
    Review the Contractors’ work plan and request for revision to ensure timely completion of the works.
    Propose to FCA/UNICEF measures to be taken if the work progress is behind schedule.
    Ensure testing and quality control of the works according to Kenya government regulations, WHO and the SPHERE standards.
    Check measurements and recommend payment with relevant documentary evidence within the time frame to be agreed.
    Organize monthly construction site management meetings, write the minutes of the meeting and send the minutes of the meeting to the contractor and to FCA on last day of the month.
    Write and submit to FCA Monthly Project Reports including narrative, financial and photographic reporting, which can be combined with site management meeting minutes.
    Attend project review meeting with FCA donors when required.
    Critically examine claims/request of contractor for time extensions, extra compensation for works or expenses and other matters. Analyze certify Variation Orders (VO) and submit them with estimate cost to FCA for approval no matter how small the value. Once approved ensure that VO’s are finalized within two weeks.
    Advise FCA on any potential risks to the respect of the project timeline, project budget and quality of the works.
    Ensure that appropriate safety measures are taken on site to minimize the risk of accident to the workers and the public.
    Advise the contractor on measures to be taken to ensure proper storage and security of its material and equipment.
    Inform FCA of the tentative date for Substantial Completion of the works at least 15 days in advance.
    Organize testing of all the systems installed and provide FCA with test certificates including: Electrical system certificate by a Chartered Electrical engineer, Plumbing system testing, Lightening Protection System and any other documents as needed.
    Assist FCA in issuing the practical completion certificates.
    Provide, to the contractor a defect list upon substantial completion of the works.
    Ensure that all defects are fixed by the contractor within 30 days from the date of issue of the Substantial Completion Certificate.
    Facilitate the handover of the completed facilities to the authorities and beneficiary.
    Provide FCA with a final project narrative, financial and photographic report within 30 days of from the date of issue of the Substantial Completion Certificate.
    Review guarantees and hand over all related documents to FCA within e.g.30 days of Substantial Completion of the works.
    Prepare a maintenance manual of services and plans and submit it to the local authorities and beneficiaries the day of the handover/inauguration Ceremony.
    During the Defect Liability period intervene as required and liaise with the contractor to fix in a timely manner any problem that arises and that are covered under the defect liability guarantee.
    Facilitate field visit for respective line ministries and partners/donors to inspect progress of works and validate all the inspection reports (this includes.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution.
    Good understanding of SPHERE and other international WASH in emergency standards.
    Ability to conduct community WASH needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of project activities
    WASH in schools background is highly desirable
    Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in WASH and construction, emergency response and related sectors, Project management, supervising construction sites and community work in rural areas.
    Registered with Professional Body (ERB/IEK).
    Experience with other computer programs such as Proficiency in MS Office software (especially Word and Excel) and AutoCAD is essential, SAP 2000 and Microsoft Project would be an advantage.
    Previous work experience in field operations and implementing donor funded projects is an added advantage.
    Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment
    Ability to develop good working relationships/partnership with all stakeholders (GoK, INGOs)
    Excellent communication (spoken and written) skill.

    Apply via :

    fca.rekrytointi.com

  • Business Manager

    Business Manager

    Job Purpose

    Manage the research, preparation & presentation of reports/briefs on business strategy, often complex/in large volumes, from a wide range of internal/external sources both structured and ad hoc.
    Lead in the consolidation and synthesis of various PCF information, outputs, and reports in the delivery of strategic and operational objectives.
    Coordinate with the offices of other Country Management Committee members on the demands of the PC Director office.
    Manage PCF Mancom and team meetings and events with overall responsibility on meeting plan and formulation of Agenda. Own the action plan and ensure conclusive resolution by working with relevant stakeholders.
    Manage the PC Director’s schedule for efficient time utilisation and effective ways of working.
    Exercising achievement towards a high degree of executive social skills dealing with the full range of people and colleagues in many varying situations representing the Director’s image in senior stakeholder engagement.
    Act as Director’s liaison to Absa Group and Africa Regional Operations to organize meetings, visits and business presentations involving the Senior leadership.
    Exercise confidentiality on all matters of the PC Director’s office.

    Key Accountabilities

    Executive 50%

    Prepare executive briefs and business strategy paper for PC Director.
    Organize and coordinate team functions, leadership conferences, and colleague events managed out of the PC Director office.
    Take time to understand PC Director’s working style & priorities to represent her views effectively. This includes managing the competing priorities and making decisions in their absence on the issues that can be resolved without escalation.
    Undertake research of detailed information on a wide variety of internal/external matters. Jobholder is given only a general brief and must produce detailed reports, summaries etc. deciding on relevant information to be included.
    As Secretary of PCF Mancom, the holder is responsible for the conduct and occurrence of monthly meetings; ensure follow up and conclusive resolution of arising action items thereof.
    Anticipate information requirements with proactive identification of issues to be brought to the attention of the Director, with recommendation for resolution as appropriate during interviews, meetings with key Stakeholders e.g., Transform, CMC Roundtable etc
    Undertake a wide variety of administrative duties, e.g., maintaining budget figures, expenses reports etc.
    Travel and Diary management for the PC Director office, including hotel bookings and transfers.

    Strategic Planning 20%

    Provide support to key business areas in gathering information and formulating strategic plans
    Perform ad-hoc strategic and financial analysis of key strategic initiatives.
    Guide and steer execution of the top 100 team’s strategic initiatives.
    Assist PCF Mancom in the preparation of the annual MTP & STP process, completing the strategic planning templates together with them
    Present findings to senior management via written reports, supporting tables, graphics, and appendices
    Present research and new thinking to the PCF team

    Controls 10%

    Partnering with the Governance lead, track submission of all control & compliance activities i.e., RAF planning, Monthly return submissions, GL account reconciliation, Corporate Cards reconciliations, Snap checks etc
    Lead in tracking of meetings, actions, engagements with relevant regulatory bodies and industry /sector associations. e.g., KBA, CBK, IHRM etc.
    Roll out, cascade and ensure attestation of new and refreshed Group policies to the office.

    Performance Management 10%

    Provide support to other key areas in gathering information and formulating strategic plans
    Act as subject matter expert in supporting management team with analytics that help manage the business effectively. Guide and provide input on the implementation of the resulting plans including linking with appropriate product specialists from Group.

    Customer Service 10%

    Act as referral/bridge point for colleague and management contact with the PC Director Office.
    Effectively manage customer complaints coming into the office. Responding to and seeing clients on behalf of the Director and ensuring root cause analysis is concluded before resolution letter is done.
    Maintain a record of all complaints resolved on behalf of the Director (Written and Face to Face customer resolutions).
    Lead in the on-boarding of new PCF members and tracking any support they require.
    Draft communications on behalf of the PC Director for review.

    Competencies

    Creative thinking and ability to explore new ideas / opportunities and develop innovative approaches.  Ability to draw out key messages and see patterns to identify future trends.
    High degree of customer focus
    Business Acumen
    Advanced skills in analysing and synthesising data and making preparing presentations
    Good networking and stakeholder management skills
    High tolerance of ambiguity
    Drive for execution and results
    Sufficient business and financial knowledge; and project management
    A keen eye for detail, quality conscious and has a strong sense of responsibility and ownership

    Knowledge, Expertise & Experience

    Essential

    Working experience in a corporate organization preferably financial sector
    Experience in business development and strategic planning
    Understanding of strategy tools and techniques
    Project management experience
    Building stakeholder and communication plans
    Delivering effective presentation to senior executives
    Questioning and probing capability
    Ability to work under time constraints and stress situations.

    Preferred

    Experience of working in a multinational, multi-segment, environment with matrix reporting.
    Awareness of cultural differences and varying legal/regulatory environments

    Apply via :

    absa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Group Human Resources Assistant

    Group Human Resources Assistant

    Duties and Responsibilities
    To provide human resource administrative support to the Group and subsidiaries and to ensure timely and accurate payment of all statutory deductions to the relevant entities.
    The position has the following key responsibilities:

    Talent Acquisition: shortlisting, interview preparations and onboarding
    Maintain all the HR and related records.
    Initiate and coordinate the onboarding/induction process for new staff
    Following up all staff confirmations with the relevant departments
    Learning and Development: process professional training applications.
    Management of all staff benefits together with the HR team members.
    Follow up on company support and all other staff wellness programmes
    Accurately maintain all the leave records and balances in the system.
    Provide payroll inputs to finance in a timely manner
    Process and file all monthly statutory payments in a timely manner.
    Ensure all Check-offs and bank loan records are well maintained.
    Maintain all operational data in HRMS as well as system training new staff.
    Assist in shortlisting for vacant positions and conducting interviews
    Coordinate the sporting activities and other CSR activities as guided.
    Monitor the First Aid Kit and ensure it is regularly replenished
    Housekeeping within the office in liaison with the Property Supervisor
    Work hand in hand with the Property Department on administrative duties
    Covering up for other Human Resources staff whenever they are absent.

    Qualifications
    Preferred Qualifications

    A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management
    Professional Human Resources qualifications – CHRPK is most preferred
    Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in a busy HR Department
    Thorough understanding and working with Human Resource information systems and knowledge in HR automation process.
    Excellent interpersonal, communication, organization and presentation skills.

    Qualified candidates are requested to forward their applications including comprehensive C.Vs to the Group Human Resources Manager at the following address: Madison Group Limited, Email: hr_recruitment@madison.co.ke not later than 30th August, 2023.

    Apply via :

    hr_recruitment@madison.co.ke

  • Climate and Early Action Programme Manager-BRC

    Climate and Early Action Programme Manager-BRC

    Purpose of the role

    The position will sit within the East Africa team, based physically in the Nairobi office, and will be responsible for providing technical support and coordination of a portfolio of UK funded programs in partnership with Red Cross/ Red Crescent National Societies in the region including a new programme on Nature Based Solution (NbS) with Kenya Red Cross in consortium with WWF and potentially other partners in East Africa in the future. The role will also make a vital contribution to support the growth of climate-related resilience programming in East Africa through engaging and advocating with key Red Cross Red Crescent Movement partners and external networks within the regions, scoping new opportunities, and supporting National Societies and its partners with project development in the areas of climate risk management, early warning early action, and climate change adaptation. (75%).
    Working in close collaboration with the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) and KRCS’ International Centre for Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA), the role will provide support when needed on both programme development as well as policy and humanitarian diplomacy initiatives, in line with KRCS priorities on climate, early action and related priorities, as well as BRC objectives (25%).

    Main responsibilities

    Programme & financial management

    Oversight and leadership of the British Red Cross supported climate related programming in the EA region, especially coordinating the UK funded Nature based Solution Project with KRCS and WWF Kenya.
    Collaborative working with close peers will be key to this role, which will be line managed by the Cluster Manager for East Africa This post will also coordinate with other BRC colleagues working on climate and disaster risk management including WWF UK relationship manager as well as the global technical advisors, International Finance team and other regional and country level support staff. 
    Ensure all BRC’s supported programmes in assigned countries are aligned to the International Quality Methodology and adhere to the BRC’s Programme Cycle Methodology.
    Manage and monitor the BRC budget for assigned programmes, ensuring all programmes demonstrate value for money and cost effectiveness.
    Work closely with the National Societies to develop and manage all programmatic support, ensuring that all reporting, monitoring, and evaluation is of a high standard and ensures full accountability to donors and beneficiaries.
    Ensure the establishment and integration of effective monitoring, evaluation and learning within the assigned countries to support the development of approaches to planning, innovation and delivery.
    Ensure the BRC’s financial management systems, policies, procedures and systems meet required standards.
    Ensure that any risks to BRC programmes and activities are appropriately managed.
    Support a regional outlook to supporting identification and development of further climate programming.

    Technical & advisory support

    Provide technical advisory input to BRC-supported climate resilience programs in the assigned countries, including contributing to assessment, planning, implementation of action plans, and analysing evidence to demonstrate and improve the effectiveness of BRC’s work. Coordinate support from BRC’s global and regional technical advisors in supporting the programme.
    Work in close collaboration with the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) and KRCS’ International Centre for Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA) on both programme development as well as policy and HD initiatives, providing support when needed and in line with KRCS priorities on climate, early action and related priorities, as well as BRC objectives.
    Coordinate support from regional and global actors such as the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, IFRC and relevant external partners and stakeholders. 
    Provide technical support to National Societies to scale up climate adaptation and early action in the region and build National Society capacity in the areas of climate risk management, early warning early action, and climate change adaptation including through Nature based Solutions.
    Work in close collaboration with the KRCS and ICHA to strengthen evidence of good, innovative approaches and learning on locally led adaptation, early action and related areas, showcasing the added value of KRCS’ work and contributing to more effective, evidence-based policy and HD approaches with governments and donors.
    supporting/facilitating KRCS’ peer-to-peer support to other NS in the region on policy/HD around climate & related areas, as a way for BRC to support locally led humanitarian action.
    Provide regular updates on climate related news, policy, and science relevant for the region to the regional team and programme partners.

    Crosscutting

    Actively contribute to our culture of safeguarding and protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
    Ensures inclusive practice and promotes diversity.
    Championing and contributing to localization ambition of supporting and empowering local partners.

    Team Leader and Member

    All team members and partners understand their responsibilities and objectives.
    All staff are kept informed of relevant organizational plans and updates on development.
    Actively participates in all team meetings, facilitates at least one ESA Monthly Team Meeting session each year.
    Supports other team members.
    Work and behaves in accordance with all BRC policies and procedures.
    Upholds the fundamental principles of the Red Cross and acts with integrity, in accordance with the Society’s values (inclusive, compassionate, courageous, and dynamic).
    Undertake other duties as are reasonably required.

    This post will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will involve travel around East Africa and to UK (London).

    At the British Red Cross, we are looking for the right people to help us provide support to millions of people affected by crisis in the UK. We want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, offering equal opportunities to everyone, regardless of, age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

    Diversity is something we celebrate, and we want you to be able to bring your authentic self to the Red Cross. We want you to feel that you are in an inclusive environment, and a great position to help us spread the power of kindness.

    Person Specification

    Knowledge and Skills

    Essential

    Academic qualification (degree level) or equivalent work experience within a relevant field
    Robust working knowledge of the international humanitarian system
    Knowledge of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
    Knowledge of programme cycle management in operation.
    Understanding of the disaster management cycle, and the concept of disaster risk reduction, anticipatory action and preparedness
    Understanding of vulnerability issues in key sectors in relation to disaster risk in the Africa region.
    Excellent writing and communication and analysis skills.
    Able to work across cultures and with a wide variety of stakeholders.
    Must be fluent in English.      

    Desirable       

    Technical/professional knowledge within the areas of disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA)
    Understanding of approaches of Nature based solutions or ecosystem-based approaches to DRR and CCA
    Understanding of anticipatory action (incl forecast based financing/early action) and preparedness for effective response capacity building interventions.
    Familiarity with FCDO and UK donor funding priorities and procedural requirements
    Formal training in project management.        

    Experience

    Essential

    Substantial experience of working in the development, delivery and coordination of humanitarian response/disaster risk management programmes.
    Carrying out monitoring, evaluation and needs assessments.
    Working with local partners to strengthen capacity or share skills
    Budget and proposal development for a range of donors.
    Management and accountability of humanitarian/development programmes funded by major institutional donors.
    Proven track record of collaboration, facilitation, problem solving, and partnership management.
    Experience in developing and delivering trainings.  

    Desirable        

    Analysis, developing and implementing climate resilience programmes and projects.
    Experience coordinating complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

    Behaviours    

    Accountable for Resources – Level 2 Understands the broader environment and uses knowledge to deliver.
    Embracing and leading change – Level 2 Promotes constructive change.
    Working Collaboratively – Level 2 Pro-actively builds collaborative relationships internally and externally.
    Communicating and influencing – Level 3 Takes multiple steps to communicate and influence.
    Solution focused – Level 2 Sees multiple connections.
    Leading and engaging – Level 2 Builds team commitment and engagement            

    Additional requirements

    Essential        

    Ensures inclusive practice and promotes diversity                           

    Desirable                                           

    We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates (as defined in the 2010 Equality Act) who meet the minimum shortlisting criteria in the advertised person specification and apply under the disability confident scheme.

    Apply via :

    redcross.applytojob.com

  • ATM Support Engineer Senior WSO2/API Developer

    ATM Support Engineer Senior WSO2/API Developer

    Our client, in ICT industry is looking for a candidate with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in handling ATM machines. He/She should be able to provide technical phone support service for CIT and custodians. Provide technical service for hardware and software on-site. Analyze and diagnose ATM/Cheque handler faults. Prevent repeated failures, and increase first-time fixes.

    Responsibilities

    Installation of new ATMs and Cash Processing equipment’s
    Do preventive and routine maintenance on ATMs and Cash processing equipment’s.
    Diagnosis and repair of cases assigned to you.
    Attend to both Hardware and Software faults.
    Make reports on the calls attended to; either on job cards, email, or on company support Application on the phone.
    Management reserves the right to change or give you more assignments at any time and you are expected to abide

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in any IT-related field.
    Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with ATM Machines (Mandatory)

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    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs@peoplelink.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    jobs@peoplelink.co.ke

  • Regional Head of Monitoring and Evaluation

    Regional Head of Monitoring and Evaluation

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The Regional Head of M&E is responsible for leading and developing the strategic direction of M&E within the region, supporting evidence, research and learning and positioning the function as a central role in business and programme development. You will lead a regional M&E Unit who will provide strategic advice, support and capacity building to country offices in the implementation of the Global M&E framework, policy, guidelines and technical developments in the region. You will work collaboratively with the regional senior management team to embed M&E as a key component of programme design and delivery through strategic analysis of evidence and learning.

    Generic Responsibilities

    Policy, strategy and programme development
    Team leadership
    Technical development, support and capacity building
    Regional M&E Technical Support and Guidance

    Specific Responsibilities

    Promote a culture of learning in the region and establish systems to make sure learning is captured at the regional level and fed into new programmes 
    Promote innovation and thought-leadership on new solutions NRC can pilot to improve data collection, quality, analysis and use of data. 

    Your stakeholders

    Global M&E – and the global M&E framework, system, policies, guidelines and tools
    Regional Programme Team – Core Competency advisers, thematic and programme advisers/SRAs)
    Country level CDs, Heads of Programmes and Area Managers
    Country Office M&E staff
    Regional Office Management Team

    What you will bring

    Seven to ten years of work experience at a senior level in monitoring and evaluation for a humanitarian organization.
    Strategic and conceptual thinking; having led large processes, experience of fundraising, developing strategies, developing and implementing significant organizational processes
    Advanced degree in economics, research methods, social sciences or a related field 
    Significant experience of evaluation or research methods – qualitative and quantitative data analysis and tools
    Experience of working in complex and volatile contexts and ability and willingness to regularly travel to support Country Offices
    Experience of managing and leading a team
    Ability to process vast amounts of information, develop robust, practical plans and methodologically roll out systems and processes 
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal   
    Experience of strategic planning, including strategic approaches to the use of data, evidence and learning to programme development

    Apply via :

    ekum.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com