Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Feb 12, 2018

  • Programme/Administrative Assistant

    Programme/Administrative Assistant

    The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Senior Program Officer and perform administrative duties and specific technical cooperation projects/programmes. The candidate may also, from time to time, be expected perform tasks not strictly listed in the job description, but which may be necessitated during the course of routine work.
    General Duties:

    Perform a wide range of administrative and technical cooperation project/programme support activities
    Conduct market research and gather information on specific areas
    Facilitate the efficient operation of the organization
    Ensure adequate information flow between all stakeholders
    Interface with guests and clients, handling inquiries and requests
    Assist in evaluating project proposals from various bodies
    Correspond and follow up with partner county authorities to prepare work action plans
    Regularly update project/programme progress

    Qualifications:

    A university degree or advanced diploma in International Relations, Development Studies, Business Administration,Project Management or any related Social Science field;
    Experience in procurement and logistics is preferred, but not mandatory;
    Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages;
    Mature, versatile person with exemplary organization, inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills;
    Fluency in English;
    Previous experience working in a similar setting will be an added advantage.
    Familiarity with Turkish culture and Language will be an asset.

    Remuneration: Commensurate with experience and qualification
    Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. No phone calls, please; application strictly via email .

  • Financial Controller

    Financial Controller

    Job Reference FC 01/2018
    Position Summary
    Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer of AGRA, the Financial Controller is responsible for all aspects of financial accounting and planning, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, treasury management, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures.Responsibilities

    Manage all accounting operations including Billing, Cost Allocation, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition;
    Support the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances;
    Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting;
    Coordinate preparation for all audits;
    Lead on technical accounting issues for compliance;
    Lead month-end and year-end close process;
    Manage AGRA’s treasury and cash flows and support in management of investments;
    Ensure quality control and value for money on financial transactions;
    Manage and comply with local, state, and government reporting requirements and tax filings in all countries with AGRA presence;
    Effective management and utilization of all financial systems;
    Ensure risks associated with financial processes are identified, assessed and mitigated;
    Ensure timely resolution of audit issues;
    Supervise and coach the accounting team and Regional Finance & Administration Officers; establishes and coordinates work plans for the team;
    Ensure all balance sheet accounts are clean, accurate and are cleared in a timely manner as per AGRA procedures; and
    Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

    Qualifications

    Proven relevant working experience as a senior finance professional with solid management experience in challenging financial environment;
    10+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience;
    Advanced degree in Accounting;
    CPA (K) essential;
    Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures;
    Experience with creating financial statements;
    Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process;
    Excellent accounting software user and administration skills; and
    Strong people management skills.
    An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

  • Nurse

    Nurse

    Project Summary:

    The objective of our project is to provide primary and secondary level of health care to the Refugees in Dagahaley refugee camp.
    MSF provides a full package of medical care through 4 primary health care units and 1 hospital (100 beds) with 24 hour emergency and OT.
    Health services include curative, preventative, nutritional activities and emergency preparedness and intervention with partners.
    The selected candidate will be reporting to the Medical Coordinator.
    He/she will be responsible of the overall management of medical activities of the Dagahaley Refugee Camp project.
    Package: Attractive package on offer with additional benefits including comprehensive health cover.
    Supportive learning environment within a large, dynamic International Medical Humanitarian
    Organization with dedicated career paths for proven staff.

    Contract duration: 3 months contract with possibility of extension (based on performance)
    Responsibilities

    Know, promote, implement and follow at all times the universal hygiene standards / precautions, bio-hazard prevention and infection control, security rules and other protocols and procedures in the medical premises and ensure high standards of hygiene of his/her working environment .
    Organize and carry out care and treatments according to medical prescriptions, as well as assist them during consultations/ daily rounds and other medical procedures.
    Ensure patients are properly received and installed in the health service. Ensures that patients with lack of autonomy are assisted, especially regarding their feeding, personal hygiene, movements and comfort.
    Respect medical secret and confidentiality.
    Carry-out admission, surveillance and follow-up of patients meaning assessment of their health state evolution, and identification of emergency situation or any deterioration,
    Participate in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary
    Supervise and train nurse-aids, nutritional assistants, cleaners and other related staff under his/her supervision in their work with special focus in following all appropriate protocols and procedures and ensuring team work.
    Participate in the department-related pharmacy and medical equipment control and maintenance (carrying out inventories, carrying out stock takes of medicines and material at every team changeover, ensuring no material is taken out of nursing area/wards without prior authorisation, checking its quality and its functioning, storage conditions, doing follow-up of expired drugs, etc.).
    Carry-out and supervise administrative procedures and documents (fill in patients files, forms, consumptions, statistics, etc.), ensure an appropriate written/oral handover, and report any problematic situations and cases that may arise. fill in all necessary registers and health files, participate in data collection and keep doctors/supervisors informed.
    For ER and OPD nurse, ensure triage of patients in waiting areas, wards or during emergencies, detecting the priority acute/emergency cases, carrying out first aid care when necessary and referring them to the doctor.
    If applicable, identify Sexually Gender Based Violence victims and refer them to the medical team, so they can receive the necessary treatment.
    Knows and is aware of the importance and appropriate use of the Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit
    Sends material to be sterilized and recuperates it from sterilization.
    Participate in the hospital platforms, departmental meetings, quality control activities like death audits, case reviews, prescription audits etc.
    Ensure the registration of day to day consumption according as per procedure in place including proper cold chain management and maintenance in the department.
    Emergency Preparedness (EPREP) team member: Assist in response to emergencies within the project or as required.
    Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

    Requirements

    Kenyan national
    Education: Essential recognized nurse degree/diploma Desired Bachelor in Science of Nursing
    Experience: Desirable 2 years of previous experience and previous experience in other NGO’s.
    Languages: English and Local language essential.
    Competencies: Results, teamwork, flexibility, commitment, service
    Due to the nature of the work, an ability to speak Somali could be a strong advantage

  • Supply Chain Management Assistant Programme Officer II Legal Officer II Assistant Director Finance & Planning

    Supply Chain Management Assistant Programme Officer II Legal Officer II Assistant Director Finance & Planning

    Job Group: NGEC 7
    Terms Of Service: 5 year contract. May be renewed subject to satisfactory performance
    Other Benefits: Medical Cover, Group Life Insurance and WIBA,
    Ref: NGEC/HR/06/2018
    Requirements

    Possess a Diploma in Procurement or Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution; NOTE; A
    Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management from a University recognized in Kenya is an added advantage;
    Be a registered member of KISM in good standing and a holder of a valid practicing Certificate.
    Have at least two (2) years’ experience in a similar or comparable position from a reputable organization
    Have knowledge of Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015.
    Possess a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

    Responsibilities

    Update and maintain store records;
    Inspect goods that are delivered to the store by the suppliers;
    Prepare and issue local purchase orders to the suppliers;
    Assist in preparation and assemble bid documents e.g. quotations and requests for proposal;
    Receiving and issuing of stores
    Preparation in the opening of bid documents.
    Ensure timely procurement of goods and services

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  • Assistant Director, Legal & Compliance

    Assistant Director, Legal & Compliance

    Job Grade: NGEC 3
    Terms Of Service: 5-year contract. May be renewed subject to satisfactory performance
    Other Benefits: Medical Cover, Group Life Insurance and WIBA,
    Ref: NGEC/HR/01/2018
    The officer will be the Head of Department responsible to the Director, Programs and Research.
    Requirements

    A bachelor’s degree in Law from a University recognized in Kenya
    A Post graduate diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law NOTE: A Master’s degree in Law with specialization in human rights or in gender studies from a recognized University is an added advantage.
    Current Member of the Law Society of Kenya and with a valid practicing Certificate.
    Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
    Computer literacy
    Good understanding of international human rights law and practice including international reporting mechanisms
    At least six (6) years’ post-admission experience in Constitutional or Human Rights practice two (2) of which must have been in a Supervisory Or management position
    Must satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) Duties and responsibilities

    Responsibilities

    Being the legal Advisor to the Commission
    Representing the Commission on all legal matters
    Instituting Public Interest litigation on all matters concerning the commission’s mandate
    Develop, implement and monitor the budget for the legal department to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
    Providing leadership and technical expertise in the development of standards for the implementation of policies for the realization of Economic and Social Cultural rights.
    Review bills/laws/policy documents and give legal opinions and advisory on integration of principles of equality and inclusion.
    Write reports and draft advisories on compliance of state with all treaties and conventions ratified by relating to gender equality and freedom from discrimination relating to Special interest groups
    Maintain a database of all complaints on equality and inclusion related to the special interest groups and liaise appropriately to ensure they are addressed
    Coordinate and supervise investigations and other field missions and facilitate mechanisms for formal hearings and inquiries by the Commission.
    Responsible for the performance management, training and development of staff and interns in the department to ensure achievement of the Department’s mandate

  • Senior Sales Executive

    Senior Sales Executive

    Job description
    In this role, you will be responsible for delivering the Revenue Budget for the prescribed portfolio of accounts. This will include developing a successful, consistent approach to local and international dealing, which drives maximum revenue and minimum cost of sale. You will gain maximum value for the airline by negotiating Commercial Agreements between parties. You will also engage in joint sales and marketing activity to grow the level and quality of QR revenue sold through these partners and drive efficiencies in the distribution processes.
    Specific Accountabilities Include

    Contributing to the formulation and implementation of QR sales strategy to maximise short and long term revenue opportunities, reduce cost of sales and generating channel shift where appropriate
    Reviewing QR sales data with account portfolio to drive revenue and seek out tactical revenue opportunities
    Updates the trade and corporate house about QR activities. Manages accounts and key customers. Plans sales calls. Submit monthly sales calls plan and weekly sales report.
    Investigates and reports all potential concerns for company feedback i.e. other airline practices.
    Achieves allocated targets to meet the objective of achieving overall station budget.

  • Scoping Study – Mobile Technology knowledge transfer

    Scoping Study – Mobile Technology knowledge transfer

    Objective of the study:
    The study will carry out customer journey mapping[1] to capture the current way in which farmers and technical assistants (TAs) experience access to valuable market and production related information, the ability to share this information, current practices used to receive or share information, as well as, thoughts on how this may affects sustainable productivity or other aspects of sustainable farming (particularly to the following thematic areas of the Sector Partnerships program: Farmer Group Strengthening, Gender Equality, Climate Change Adaptation and Water Management)
    This will provide RA with the farmers’ and technical assistants valuable perspective, shedding light on the challenges they experience as well as what changes they would like to see in the future. The study will also explore the farmers’ current access to mobile technology (and describe the relevant technical specifications) or use thereof and will provide a brief overview of existing mobile platforms. This information will be used to inform the ideation phase which will produce recommendations for using mobile technology to address the challenges raised.
    The objective of this study is therefore to provide RA with a clear understanding of:

    A problem statement based on UTZ certified coffee farmers’ and technical assistants’ experiences in Kenya
    The farmers’ (female and male) and technical assistants’ experiences and challenges relating to access to knowledge and technology through Customer Journey Mapping (i.e. a needs assessment and analysis.
    Current practices that are used by farmers and TAs to share and receive information and remaining gaps.
    The future state that farmers’ and technical assistants would like to see and the potential use of mobile technology for improved access to information
    An overview of existing major mobile platforms that are available both in Kenya and globally. Including, their capabilities, relevant technical description, services, reach (national and international), and key areas of alignment with UTZ Academy’s strategy. Platforms to be explored include: iCow, Rural eMarket, Esoko, Farm Connect, Mshamba and WeFarm.
    Recommended scenarios for integrated solutions that address key challenges and have positive impact on farmers and TAs. These recommendations can include suggestions for the use of existing services or development of new platforms and should highlight the farmers and TAs needs/challenges and possible interventions that could address those challenges.

    Approach:
    We foresee the following activities:

    Interviews with UTZ Academy didactic team, Utz regional team in Kenya, Technical Assistants (differentiating between independent TAs and TAs that are employed by a company or trader), UTZ certified farmers (including females, males and youth) and RA tech department.

    Desk research of existing mobile technology services and their capabilities.

    Expected Expertise:
    We seek the following qualification and knowledge:

    A university qualification in a related field
    English fluency and sufficient knowledge of Swahili or other local languages
    Experience working with Design Thinking or Human Centred Design approaches is a must
    A sufficient understanding of IT and mobile technology capabilities in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Exposure to coffee farming in Kenya and Africa in general—more specifically smallholder farming systems is preferred

    Deliverables:
    We expect the following deliverables:
    Report (max. 20 pages excluding annexes) in English including

    Executive summary
    Clearly defined problem statement
    Description of needs assessment and analysis based on Customer Journey Maps from a diverse group of farmers (including females, males, youth) and technical assistants
    Future state vision of farmers and technical assistants
    Overview of existing mobile platforms
    Recommendations for future approaches
    On-going feedback to the RA contact person on the progress with research and interviews (feedback meetings to be scheduled jointly )

    UTZ will provide:

    Access to interview subjects where needed within the Kenyan coffee community
    Format for Customer Journey Mapping tools and co-development of other tools used for the study

    Budget and time allocation:

    Proposals should include a work plan and specified budget outline, including travel costs, and other costs associated with carrying out interviews in-field. CVs of participating researchers should be annexed to the proposal, if possible with reference to similar assignments.
    Total budget should not exceed EUR 10,000
    Up to 3 months will be allocated for the completion of this study
    Customer journey maps form part of the Design thinking approach.
    The Customer journey maps will be designed by UTZ Academy staff, those applicants who aren’t familiar with Customer Journey mapping, will be briefly oriented.

  • Office Assistant

    Office Assistant

    Job Responsibilities

    Perform general office clerk duties and errands.
    Aiding with client reception as needed
    Helping organize and maintain office common areas
    Preparing Tea
    Washing dishes
    Creating, maintaining and entering information into database
    Updating paperwork and maintaining document

    Qualifications

    Diploma in office administration
    At least 1-year experience.
    Ability to work in a multinational/multicultural environment
    Warm personality with strong communication skills
    Great communication skills
    Flexible
    Men are encouraged to apply.

  • Sales Executive

    Sales Executive

    Job description
    Essential Criteria:

    Graduate (any stream)
    Age 25 to 30years
    3 – 5 years of field sales experience of Plastic products (preferable PVC Compound).
    Willing to travel across Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

    Role & Responsibilities:

    Identifies business opportunities by identifying customers in assigned market and evaluating their position in the industry; researching and analyzing sales options.
    Sells products by establishing contact and developing relationships with customers.
    Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
    Excellent in written and spoken English with hands on MS Excel & Power point.Should bring to the table good practices/systems of Production scheduling, supply planning, as well as being hands on guy when required.

    Position will be based in Kenya.
    The compensation and benefits for these positions will be Fixed Salary + Sales Commission + Insurance coverage of Self.
    This role is suitable for an energetic self- starter sales who has an ambition to grow business and yourself.