Job description
The East Africa Trade and Investment Hub (the Hub) is currently accepting applications from individual consultants for a short-term Lead Consultant for Kenya National AGOA Strategy & Action Plan Development to support the Kenyan Government review its current Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) export strategy to take advantage of the recent 10 years AGOA extension by the United States of America Government.
The objective of the assignment is to undertake a detailed, highly contextualized review of the current Kenya AGOA national strategy and conduct sector analyses to identify products that can enable Kenya to increase, expand and diversify its export to the U.S. under AGOA. This document will constitute the road map for the Government of Kenya to maximize the utilization of the benefits provided by the U.S Government through AGOA.
The work location for this assignment will be both at the consult country of resident and Nairobi- Kenya with anticipated domestic travels.
Application Deadline: Application Deadline Dec 23, 2016
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Lead Consultant for Kenya National AGOA Strategy & Action Plan Development
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Graphic Designer
Responsibilities for the Graphic Designer Job
Must be able to designer creative graphics for social media, posters, flyers,website and other marketing materials.
Prepare visual presentations by designing and copy layouts.
Graphic Designer Job Qualifications
Be proficient in Adobe InDesign. Illustrator & Photoshop, Coral Draw and/or other common design and layout applications.
Have good knowledge bad understanding of web development.
Must have excellent time management skills and the ability to work independently and in partnership with a team.
Animation designing will be an added advantage.
Be creative, flexible and capable of working with minimum supervision.
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Livelihoods Project Officer
Overall Purpose
Reporting to the Regional Programme Coordinator, the Livelihoods Project Officer will be responsible for assisting communities in planning, implementation and monitoring of key project activities in close coordination with different stakeholders and service providers. The incumbent will work closely with the project team in identifying the needs and opportunities of skill based, low investment demanding and environment friendly livelihood strategies,entrepreneurships and other possible interventions to enhance the resilience of youth population.
Project Officer Job Responsibilities
In coordination with the Regional Programme Coordinator, oversee overall programme management of supported project.
Identify, prioritize and support communities to implement potential livelihood strategies that promote youth resilience.
Design, develop and provide necessary training for target communities to develop skills and capacities for sustainable livelihood strategies and viable options for income.
Coordinate with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and other agencies for skill based trainings for identified project beneficiaries.
Establish cooperatives and strengthen saving and credits mechanisms amongst youth groups.
Support communities and beneficiaries with necessary tools, kits and materials to initiate enterprises as envisioned by the project plan.
Carrying out Monitoring and Evaluation of activities and purpose corrective action required during the course of implementation of the work plan
Assisting the Regional Programme Coordinator in preparing work plans and budgets for submission to the Regional Office and Headquarters for compilation
Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, and other players on the ground to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance effectiveness.
Ensure proper accounts in accordance to the KRCS regulations and donor requirements.
Project Officer Job Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher diploma in Business development, Entrepreneurship or other related field with in depth understanding of poverty and vulnerability issues amongst the youth in Kenya.
Professional work experience on livelihood centred approaches on poverty and vulnerability reduction, micro enterprises and fund management.
Proficient and experienced in planning, monitoring and reporting of project activities in relevant field in multi-stakeholder partnerships and collaborations
Key Competencies
Able to coordinate and network with partners to build synergies that enhance sustainability of the project outcomes.
Sensitive and responsive to gender, ethnicity, disability and other social issues
Participatory and team approach to work and behaviour
Excellent written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
Able to provide timely, well written and analytical reports to the project team as required.
Strong computer skills particularly Microsoft Office and data analysis packages.
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Program Manager
QualificationsEducation and Experience
Four-year college degree at an accredited university required
At least 6 years’ relevant experience in program management, operations, event planning, and/or related field
Experience working in an academic or curriculum management setting preferred
Experience working with an international organization, university, or corporation preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
An advanced level of fluent English skills both oral and written
Advanced knowledge of East African culture, history and business etiquette
Computer proficiency with skill in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, as well as general IT proficiency (classroom technology, A/V experience)
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage shifting priorities, and handle numerous time-sensitive projects with multiple deadlines, working independently and collaboratively as appropriate with professional colleagues both within the center and abroad in a team-oriented environment
Ability to accomplish goals working through formal and informal channels, with diplomacy and tact.
Ability to work with an international project team
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Employment Conditions
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
At the time of hire must be legally authorized to work in Kenya.
Must comply with all visa, work authorization, and tax related laws and regulations as a condition of employment.
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Community Empowerment Officer
Community Empowerment Officer Job Responsibilities
Consistently grow the company’s product portfolio by marketing to individuals and groups.
Develop plans for growth of the product and identify suitable clients.
Conduct client education on the new products features and requirements
Conduct loan appraisals
Visit client business premises from time to time during loan assessment and monitoring to ensure the quality of the loan is maintained at the expected level
Participate in the setting of personal product targets and work toward meeting the same
Qualifications for the Community Empowerment Officer Jobs
Diploma in business related discipline from a recognized college.
At least 1 year of relevant experience in Group or Individual Lending from a Microfinance Institution
Competencies and personal attributes
Ability to work with numbers, conduct analysis of information
Ability and willingness to follow up clients personally and with a keen eye on both financial data
Ability to make sound judgment and quick right decisions
Ability to build trust, value others, communicate effectively and drive execution
Self-motivated and proven ability to motivate others
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Information System Internship Community Empowerment Officer
Job Summary
The position report to the Finance and administration Manager and is responsible for heading the MIS function of the organization.
He/she will be in charge of managing the organizations IT system, through the implementation, use of technologies and training of the employees. He/she will also be in charge of creating strategies that support the goals of the organization.
Rafode is looking for someone who has experience in Database Management, Networking, web maintenance, one who will assist Rafode to leverage on technology to improve on customer service, operations,finance and exposure to mobile banking and be able to handle IT security/frau related risks.
Responsibilities for the Information System Intern
General Managing of Information System
Taking the responsibility of all IT setups in head office and all branches: hardware and software;
Setting up and maintaining the MIS in all the organization branches;
Maintaining the network & e-mail connections;
Installing and updating the loan tracking software and the financial/accounting software used in the organization
Ensuring that the security of the company’s data is protected through weekly and monthly backups of all loan tracking and financial software information;
Developing and conducting computer skills training for all staff members;
Ensuring that Rafode IT process is implemented in all the branches of Rafode
Managing the loan tracking software
Following up the use of the software, making sure that users do enter the data on a daily basis;
Conducting monthly reconciliations between the accounting and loan tracking software, making sure of the correctness of the data entered by users;
Producing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual reports as required
Carry out core banking system security functionalities including but not limited to user management
Carry out risk assessment and advice the management on potential risks during new system implementation and business process re-engineering
Review logical rights and permission to system access on quarterly basis with departmental heads
ICT equipment basic maintenance and support
General training and support of Branch and head office staff on ICT matters
Qualifications for the Information System Internship
Bachelors degree in ICT or related field from a recognized university and minimum of 2 years experience in information technology with hand on experience in IT security on operating system and database
Diploma in ICT with over 5 years experience
Knowledge of web programming knowledge is an added advantage
The position is on a two year renewable performance based employment contract
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Marketing Officer
Job Description
The Marketing officer’s position will be based in Nairobi and will report to the General Manager.
Marketing Officer Job Key Roles and Responsibilities
Contribute significantly in setting the goals and objectives of the department and implementing strategies to achieve them.
Manage the marketing budget, ensuring that all activities are delivered within defined budgets, assist in the development of pricing strategies and co-ordinates financial and budgeting activities to maximize operational efficiency.
Coordinate and participate in promotional activities and tradeshows working with developers to market the company’s brand and products.
Carry out market research and customer survey to assess demand, competitors’ strategies, brand positioning and awareness.
Negotiate contracts with clients and manage market deliverables.
Prepare monthly reports on sales and marketing activities to show progress towards objectives.
Qualifications for the Marketing Officer Job
Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in a business related field with basics in marketing.
Minimum 3 years real estate industry experience in sales and marketing.
High computer literacy, professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work in flexible schedule with minimum local travel.