Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Feb 16, 2024

  • Senior Manager – Advocacy

    Senior Manager – Advocacy

    Job Summary

    The primary purpose of this role is to lead the management and implementation of the Concern Kenya Programme Advocacy Strategy in line with the Country Strategic Plan 2022 – 2026. This will entail technical leadership in advocacy and research to inform the development of high quality products for lobbying, influencing, media and communications engagement and resource mobilization. The incumbent will take a leading role in framing country programme advocacy agenda together with the Country Management Team through conceptualising and synthesising communication materials, research publications and country programme reports for advocating for change towards ending extreme poverty in our areas of operation. The incumbent will closely liaise with sector leads in the health, nutrition, livelihoods, and education sectors.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    Advocacy and Research

    Oversee the implementation of the Concern Worldwide Kenya Country Programme advocacy strategy 2022 – 2026
    Define sector specific advocacy needs, developing advocacy plans and framing key sector specific advocacy
    Define key sector specific advocacy and research needs, developing advocacy research plans and overseeing together with the MEAL team on undertaking of advocacy research
    Map out key advocacy opportunities for the country programme on a quarterly basis and spearhead engagement within these spaces
    Build technical capacity and support to the country programme staff and local partners where appropriate in the implementation of advocacy strategy

    Program Development and Implementation

    Provide leadership and technical guidance in the design, implementation, and monitoring of the governance and advocacy program in line with both the Concern Kenya advocacy strategy and relevant Concern Worldwide advocacy policies
    Collaborate with the Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team to monitor and evaluate ongoing governance and advocacy projects for program effectiveness, high quality and timely program delivery as well as integration with other programs in health, education and livelihoods and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
    In collaboration with the Senior Officer, Grants, Partnerships and Fundraising, Programmes Director and any other relevant staff, take a leading role in developing expressions of interest (EOIs), concept notes and proposals for new projects
    Coordinate the development of project costed work plans and detailed implementation plans
    Monitor over and under spending and initiate mitigation measures for funded projects under the incumbent’s management.
    Documentation of the programme process and successes including generating lessons learnt and case studies in collaboration with the Communications Officer.
    Coordinate timely development, review and submission of internal and external technical and financial project reports
    In consultation with the line manager, represent the programme in relevant meetings

    Partnership management

    In close collaboration with the senior officer partnership, support in identification, engagement, assessment and management of strategic advocacy partners as appropriate in line with the country programme’s commitment to localization and strategic partnerships
    Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, relevant line ministries, government officials and other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).

    People Management

    Engage with direct reports for performance management and development through regular performance development reviews; monthly individual work plan development, implementation and review
    Participate in recruitment, induction and on boarding of new staff and provide ongoing mentorship, coaching and support for professional development.
    Manage leave planning and utilization for direct reports

    Others

    Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
    Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
    Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
    Any other duties as assigned by the line manager

    Person Specification

    Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

    A Bachelors’ degree in Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, Economics, Public Policy. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage
    At least 8 years’ proven experience managing advocacy, research and influencing for country programme portfolios, including development of high-quality advocacy strategies, campaigns and related products
    Strong analytical skills and proven experience in conducting social science research, publishing, , knowledge management
    Experience in communications and media engagement
    Proven experience in fundraising and development of fundraising instruments such as EOIs, concept notes, proposals for advocacy related projects
    Excellent communications, planning and problem solving skills
    Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
    Leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
    Knowledge of budgeting and financial management
    Experience and commitment to gender equality and inclusivity

    Preference will be given to candidates who have:

    Strong facilitation and time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles and manage competing priorities
    High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
    Ability to work in a systematic and organized manner and attend to details
    Positive attitude and willingness to learn

    Competencies required:

    Managing yourself

    Awareness of your own abilities and uses abilities to work well with others to achieve your work and Concern’s.

    Individual leadership

    Inspire others by clearly articulating and demonstrating the Concern’s values and principles supports others to achieve excellent results.

    Communicating and working with others

    Proactively and effectively share information with others. Works effectively with others to achieve best results from.

    Delivering results

    Delivers on commitments; uses appropriate techniques to help achieve agreed objectives.

    Planning and decision-making

    Systematically work towards achieving objectives; informed and timely decisions (appropriate to role), to achieve work objectives.

    Creativity and innovation

    Continual improvement by developing and implementing new ideas for effective and efficient progress towards the agreed objectives

    Influence, advocacy and networking

    Engages effectively with others inside and outside the organisation as relevant to achieve agreed objectives

    Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three professional referees (one of whom must be an immediate line manager) and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as ‘Senior Manager Advocacy’ on or before Friday 16th February 2024.

    Apply via :

    nairobi.hr@concern.net

  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    Job Summary & Purpose:

    The Finance Manager at KCDF plays a critical role in overseeing financial accounting and grant management within the Finance department. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for establishing and maintaining robust financial systems and delivering timely financial management reports to support decision-making for KCDF and its Entities.

    Tasks and Responsibilities:

    Financial Management
    Tasks:

    Oversee the financial and grant management functions within the Finance department at KCDF.
    Establish and enforce accounting standards to ensure compliance among team members.
    Supervise the maintenance of the General Ledger and review all ledger reconciliations and journal entries.
    Review payments before submission to the bank and act as a designated signatory to KCDF bank accounts in accordance with the bank mandate and internal approval levels.
    Coordinate and consolidate the KCDF Annual Budget with input from respective Heads of Department and support budgeting for funding proposal development.
    Ensure the production of regular financial reports, including bank reconciliations, monthly management reports, motor vehicle expenditure reports, and staff medical expenditure reports.
    Maintain and Manage KCDF’s financial information system while ensuring its output ability to auto-generate accurate, reliable management monthly and or ad hoc reports that facilitate decision-making. These reports are relevantly shared with staff, management, and the Board of Directors.
    Collaborate with KCDF’s internal and external auditors to facilitate audits at minimum cost to the organization.
    Assist the program and fundraising teams in preparing funding proposals, ensuring the financial budgeting aspects are sound, accurate, and comprehensive.
    Develop and regularly review/update finance policies and procedures.
    Contribute to the overall strategic achievements of the foundation.

    Grants Management
    Tasks:

    Implement and ensure understanding and compliance with grants management policies, rules, and procedures throughout KCDF’s work.
    Participate in the periodic review and update of grants management tools and processes.
    Ensure adherence to KCDF’s grants management policies in partner selection.
    Oversee the tracking of the grants pool, monitoring obligations from donors and grantees to prevent overcommitting funds.
    Maintain all grant management documentation and mandatory records according to KCDF’s and donors’ standards.
    Conduct pre-award risk assessments on potential grantees in collaboration with the program teams.
    Ensure timely and accurate completion of grant modifications for program changes.

    Capacity Development Coordination
    Tasks:

    Provide periodic technical support to all grantees to strengthen their capacity to manage grants effectively.
    Coordinate the inception period grants management training for new grantees and provide refresher training for existing grantees on donor and KCDF’s policies and procedures.
    Coordinate training workshops in collaboration with the Program, M&E, and Capacity-strengthening teams.

    Financial Reporting and Monitoring (Financial and Programmatic) Tasks:

    Prepare and analyze accurate monthly financial and management reports.
    Submit accurate, complete, and timely management reports.
    Coordinate the preparation of audited financial statements.
    Review grant disbursement requests in collaboration with the program to ensure compliance with approved program descriptions and budget documents.
    Support periodic field-based reviews of partners’ records and progress.

    Compliance Management
    Tasks:

    Ensure understanding of and compliance with all donor award conditions, guidelines, and procedures at KCDF and grantee levels.
    Regularly review partners’ procedures to ensure compliance with sub-award conditions and regulations.
    Coordinate investigations of suspected grantee financial violations.

    Staff Supervision

    Tasks:

    Provide leadership for performance management of Finance Staff.
    Offer mentoring and technical support to finance staff.
    Ensure all finance staff have clear work tasks in line with their job descriptions and conduct annual performance appraisals.

    Qualifications and Skills Required:

    Undergraduate degree in finance, business administration, or a related field.
    Certified Public Accountant (CPA, K) or ACCA qualification.
    A master’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field will be an added advantage,
    At least twelve (12) years of professional experience in accounting, finance and grants management experience within not-for-profit organizations managing diverse funded projects, providing capacity-building support and undertaking sub-granting.
    Minimum of five (5) years of experience reporting to senior management team and governance bodies.
    At least eight (8) years of experience in managing a finance team.
    At least eight (8) years of experience in coordinating audit activities, managing reporting, budget development and analysis, treasury management, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting.
    Solid understanding of financial management, fund accounting, and grants management.
    Experience with an ERP system such as Microsoft Dynamics
    Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
    Experience in investment management will be an added advantage.

    SUPERVISOR: Executive Director

    STAFF DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: Senior Accountants, Accountants, Finance Assistants

    RELATIONSHIPS INTERNALLY: Programs, Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL), Partnerships and Resource Development, Communications, and Administration & Human Resources

    RELATIONSHIPS EXTERNALLY: KCDF Entities, External Consultants, KCDF House Property Managers

    Applications by qualified candidates should be submitted only by email to jobs@kcdf.or.ke to be addressed to the Executive Director and quoting the position applied for in the Subject Line. Attach a cover letter and a CV stating your current position, expected salary, email address, and telephone contacts. Also, include email contacts of three professional referees.The closing date for application is 5 pm EAT on Friday, 16th February 2024. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. KCDF is an equal-opportunity employer. Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

    Apply via :

    jobs@kcdf.or.ke

  • BRANCH OPERATIONS LEAD Internal Audit Assistant

    BRANCH OPERATIONS LEAD Internal Audit Assistant

    Gross Salary-35k plus variable pay
    Reporting- Immediately

    Are you a dynamic self-driven individual, looking to make an impact in the FMCG industry in inventory management? This is your chance to grow with us, we are looking for Branch Operations Leads whose main roles will be to:Ensure availability of stocks in the assigned branch

    Maintain inventory security, reconciliation and reporting.
    Post ERP invoices at the end of day
    Drive compliance to industry regulations
    Adhere to the set stocking standards policy.
    Ensure proper signoffs for goods issued and returned.
    Adhere to the set OHS standards.

    JOB KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE

    Diploma in finance, accounting or any other related course
    KCSE mean grade of C plain with a C (minus in mathematics and English)
    1 year experience in finance department in FMCG
    Experience in warehousing/inventory management will be an added advantage.
    Must have a valid driving license.
    Proficiency in MS Office
    Excellent communication and negotiation skills
    Excellent analytical skills
    High level of honesty, integrity, agility, and attention to detail
    Enthusiastic and a team player
    Has planning and organizational skills.

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

    Apply via :

    cvs@execafrica.com

  • Business Development Manager, Islamic International Clients

    Business Development Manager, Islamic International Clients

    JOB SUMMARY

    Pro-actively acquire new business and new to bank customers for International Banking segment with specified service standards 

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Deliver Acquisition for International clients, Net New Money, Asset Under Management, and revenue growth targets and key operating metrics (such as tail accounts management, client acquisition, client satisfaction, portfolio mix).
    Participate in Priority Banking marketing and promotional activities for new to bank customer acquisition. 
    Source and call on individual prospects – Generate healthy pipeline of target market prospects and convert them into clients.
    Deliver, monitor and review solutions to clients based on client investment profile.
    Grow client portfolio size by deepening existing customer relationships.
    Conduct periodic reviews of client accounts in accordance with established procedures
    Ensure all acquired New to Bank customers are adequately funded to meet the Priority & International Banking qualified status
    Organise and conduct sales presentations to groups, clubs, associations, companies and other organisations. 
    Solicit referrals from other parts of Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) e.g. Other Relationship Managers. from SME, Corporate Commercial & Institutional Banking (CCIB), New Business etc. 
    Maximize cross sell opportunities together with the Relationship Managers. 
    Ensure adherence to account opening and sales process and stringent service standards are in compliant with local regulatory requirements. 
    In consultation with the Business Head and Team Leader, draw up monthly plans for achieving/exceeding targets to meet new business and customer acquisition goals for the team. 
    Comply with all applicable money laundering prevention procedures and in particular, report any suspicious activity to the Transaction Monitoring Unit.
    Ensure compliance with all regulations and controls as set by the Bank and external regulatory authorities.
    Adhering to local and international service standards ensure all customer issues, complaints and product enquiries are handled in a timely, and problem free and responsive manner.
    Responsible for ensuring compliance with Islamic Banking requirements by conducting Client Due Diligence reviews and ensuring KYC is up to date. 
    Ensure all the Bank’s anti money laundering policies and procedures are being followed. Report all suspicious transactions in accordance with SCB’s anti-money laundering procedures.
    Be aware of all relevant information concerning a client when interacting particularly KYC, Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) and risk status.

    Strategy

    Accelerate client acquisition and penetration in target segments 
    Develop targeting strategies by Segment and geographic presence such as consideration and pull-based sourcing.
    Inculcate a robust and deep-rooted service culture
    Ensure accurate and timely delivery of client journeys and scripts.
    Work with stakeholders to ensure achievement of Segment-wise targets. Conduct root cause analysis and de-bottleneck issues as required.

    Business

    Adherence to laws and regulations, internal risk and compliance policies and the Group Code of Conduct
    Timely completion of all mandatory risk and compliance training, including e-learning by the set deadlines
    Completion of all mandatory risk and compliance training and related compliance acknowledgements by each member of your team by the set deadlines
    Demonstration of adherence to the Group Management Responsibilities policy and fair accountability principles
    Prompt and decisive action when any risk and compliance weaknesses become apparent, addressing them in an appropriate timeframe, escalating where necessary, having carefully understood what happened and why
    Develop, rollout, maintain and where applicable, recommend procedures and controls that meet / strengthen the requirements of Group and local policies and standards.
    Ensure the teams are 100% compliant with rules and regulations, and ascertain adherence to operational risk controls and procedures in day-to-day management
    To be measured against the overall Operational Risk Framework (ORF) standards and be accountable for adherence to Risk Assurance Framework laid down at group and country level.
    To ensure good ratings in internal / external audits, governance, compliance and Group Internal Audit (GIA) reviews
    Work with Country Learning and Talent Development/curriculum architects to set training standards at Country Level including those relating to compliance.
    Work collaboratively with Financial Crime Compliance, AML, Legal & Compliance on Client Due Diligence and KYC processes.
    Provide input to governance and operational risk to define measures and controls for prevention of mis-selling, mis-representation, fraud and for adherence to Treating Clients Fairly principles
    Embed strong first line credit and conduct mindset and capabilities
    Strengthen clients awareness/knowledge of cyber risk via training of “good” practices and lessons from market incidents 

    Processes

    Deliver against budget/ forecast and ensure business delivery is done with good conduct
    Deliver on  individual sales target
    Responsible for delivery of service standards to customers
    Ensure Operation control and sales compliance

    People & Talent

    Risk Management

    Ensure the right type of client is recruited into the bank. 
    Ensure that all account opening procedures are followed to ensure that we meet our regulatory requirements.
    Ensure that all documents/corroborations that are required are provided in a timely manner for new account and mortgage requirements. 
    To ensure that our own internal policies are adhered to mitigate risks and comply with regulatory requirements
    Ensure CDD requirements are met in a timely manner as per the banks process and procedures.
    Do what is right in order to avoid reputational risks and operational losses.
    Understand the risk and control environment within area of responsibility and drive rectification as required.
    Handle customer issues, complaints, and product enquiries on timely basis in accordance with established procedures.
    Ensure that Risk Management matters that are brought to attention are subject to direct remedial action and/or ensure adequate reporting to the relevant Risk Committees and/or line management

    Governance

    AML measures must be followed at all times. 
    All procedures relating to onboarding and mortgage process must be completed. 
    All Corporate Environmental Responsibility must be followed at all times.
    All eLearning and courses required to keep compliance skills up to the required level must be completed in a timely manner. 
    Group code of conduct must be followed and adhered to at all times
    Responsible for full CDD requirements for clients held with RM Portfolio. 

    Regulatory & Business Conduct

    Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct.
    Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct.
    Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.
    Lead to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank’s Conduct Principles:

    Key stakeholders

    Appropriate delegated authorities
    Team Leader in country (Kenya) and in specific Hubs including UAE, Jersey, Singapore, China, Hong Kong and India
    Regional/ Hub Heads
    Business and Segment Heads
    FCC & Compliance
    Operational Risk 
    Credit Risk
    Operations 
    RMs, Wealth, Insurance Specialists and Mortgage Specialist
    Platform Managers Specialists
    Client Service Managers
    Product Specialists and dedicated functional partners
    Relevant Front office colleagues

    OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

    Minimum 4 years proven sales and relationship management experience.

    Role Specific Technical Competencies

    Customer Service
    Solutions Oriented
    Product Knowledge
    Negotiating skills
    Prospecting

    Apply via :

    scb.taleo.net

  • Manager Health and Nutrition

    Manager Health and Nutrition

    Job Summary:

    The incumbent as part of the Irish Aid Horn of Africa child wasting initiative programme implementation team, will provide technical leadership and support in the implementation of the Irish aid programme at the county Level.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    General program management

    Provide organizational and technical guidance and lead MOH and local partner in the implementation of High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) with a particular focus on MIYCN, IMAM Surge, BFCI, Family MUAC approach and other health and nutrition interventions at the facility and community level.
    Liaising closely with the county health management team (CHMT) , sub county health management Teams (SCHMT) and local partner Health and Nutrition team to develop joint work plans and ensure MOH ownership and integration of the child wasting initiative programme into the existing health systems.
    Work closely with CHMT, SCHMT and local partner to oversee and review the implementation of county/sub-county work plans.
    Support MOH and local partner to strengthen planning, implementation and review of health and nutrition interventions at the county and sub-county level.
    Work with stakeholders at the County and sub-county level to establish health and nutrition complementary interventions while actively promoting inter sectoral linkages and integration in line with the prevention of child wasting initiative programme.
    Ensure programme quality by taking an active role in monitoring of programme interventions including contributing to the development of context specific M&E tools, using data for decision making, field monitoring and joint support supervision.
    Monitor the health and nutrition situation in the county including coordination of nutrition surveys, supporting surveillance and assessments as required.
    Contribute to the development and review of the prevention of child wasting programme, research and advocacy strategies
    Work closely with the local partners in development and implementation of county level nutrition specific programme budgets, budget revisions, costed work plans, procurement plans, among other financial planning tools as required.
    Documentation of the prevention of child wasting programme process and compilation of programme reports including generating lessons learnt and case studies.
    Writing monthly reports and briefs as well as quarterly reports.
    Contribute significantly to the development of high quality donor reports
    Represent Concern at the County and sub-county Health and Nutrition meetings/forum and support advocacy initiatives in line with the prevention of child wasting initiative programme strategy.
    Monitor programme budget and partner grants and account for expenditure through timely financial reporting.
    Adhere to Concern M&E reporting system and result based management.

    Responding to Emergencies:

    Support Direct Reports and Mandera County Programme staff in ensuring timely and effective emergency response based on funding availability.
    Participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s Emergency response as and when necessary.
    Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies

    Others

    Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
    Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
    Promote and ensure compliance with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) commitments and quality criteria
    Ensure that Mandera County Programme staff are familiar with the principles underpinning accountability, safeguarding and Concern’s Complaints and Response Mechanism (CRM) and ensure that information about Concern’s commitments on accountability and safeguarding are disseminated among programme participants and communities
    Any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager

    Person Specification

    Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

    A Minimum of a Bachelor degree in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Health, Nursing or related field with KNDI professional certification.
    At least five (5) years’ experience in health and nutrition programme management in the delivery of High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) and health services; with at least one (1) years’ experience in a supervisory or managerial role
    Experience working with and through local partners in ASAL contexts
    Experience and knowledge of MOH systems, particularly at County level.
    Good understanding of cross cutting issues- gender, SBC, HIV and AIDS, DRR, etc. and how to integrate them into public health and nutrition programmes.
    Excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
    Demonstrable experience in managing donor budgets.
    Operational research experience.
    Previous experience working in the ASAL counties with good understanding of the context.

    Preference will be given to candidates who have:

    High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
    Ability to work with minimal supervision
    Solid understanding and experience with integrated program approaches
    Significant experience/knowledge of MOH systems, particularly at the County level and working with and through local partners
    Excellent programme planning, monitoring and evaluation, interpersonal and report writing skills
    Energy to work long hours when needed and be out in the field all day
    Good understanding of cross cutting issues- gender, SBC, HIV and AIDS, DRR, etc. and how to integrate them into public health and nutrition programmes
    Innovative, team player with an ability to work under pressure
    Commitment to humanitarian principles and values
    Commitment to adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and Associated Policies

    Competencies required:

    Managing yourself

    Awareness of your own abilities and uses abilities to work well with others to achieve your work and Concern’s.

    Individual leadership

    Inspire others by clearly articulating and demonstrating the Concern’s values and principles supports others to achieve excellent results.

    Communicating and working with others

    Proactively and effectively share information with others. Works effectively with others to achieve best results from.

    Delivering results

    Delivers on commitments; uses appropriate techniques to help achieve agreed objectives.

    Planning and decision-making

    Systematically work towards achieving objectives; informed and timely decisions (appropriate to role), to achieve work objectives.

    Creativity and innovation

    Continual improvement by developing and implementing new ideas for effective and efficient progress towards the agreed objectives

    Influence, advocacy and networking

    Engages effectively with others inside and outside the organisation as relevant to achieve agreed objectives

    Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three professional referees (one of whom must be an immediate line manager) and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as ‘Manager Health and Nutrition- Mandera County ’ on or before Friday 16th February 2024 “. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

    Apply via :

    nairobi.hr@concern.net

  • Program Administrative Officer – 2 Positions

    Program Administrative Officer – 2 Positions

    Job purpose

    To offer program administrative support to the program staff and cluster and ensure delivery of effective operations, coordinate workflow, update and prioritize delegated tasks to ensure progress to deadlines and ensure consistent performance of routine functions.

    Roles & Responsibilities

    Ensure hospitality is accorded to visitors and partners visiting the office
    Manage the Cluster Lead’s office and schedule appointments for both the Cluster Lead and other staff accordingly.
    Engage with relevant stakeholders at National, and county level and other partners as required by the
    program to ensure full implementation of program activities.
    Manage the mail & document register and disseminate documents to the relevant stakeholders
    Maintain adequate and optimal office supplies (kitchen & stationery), ensuring prompt and timely
    replenishment on a monthly/quarterly basis to avoid any stock outs including maintenance and records
    of issuance and monitoring thereof.
    Oversee the management of all amenities within the office to ensure cleanliness and orderliness and effective utilization of supplies.
    Oversee general maintenance and cleanliness of the office
    Manage office petty cash as per the guidelines.
    Manage and monitor the quality of services by administration contracted vendors ensuring
    satisfactory and efficient services to the users within the terms of the Service contracts and rates Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics for the
    Cluster team in liaison with the Procurement & Logistics office
    Schedule and plan for program meetings, manage conferences, workshop logistics

    Required Qualifications

    Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Secretarial studies or a related Course.
    Minimum 2 years’ experience in similar role.
    Good Public relations, interpersonal and excellent communication skills.
    Able to listen, multi-task and flexible.

    Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications and CV along with a cover letter expressing interest and indicating Salary history and expectations to recruitment@lvcthealth.org . The position applied for and reference number should be clearly indicated on the subject line and cover letter. Female candidates and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@lvcthealth.org

  • Humanitarian Finance & Operations Assistant

    Humanitarian Finance & Operations Assistant

    Role Overview:

    The Humanitarian Finance & Operations Assistant will be responsible for ensuring that Global Secretariat (GS) accounting & finance operations support is in line with the GS policies and procedures while working collaboratively with the internal and external stakeholders, International Humanitarian and Resilience Team (IHART), People Finance & Operations teams.

    Who we’re looking for:

    Education, Language & Qualifications:

    Tertiary qualification in finance
    Professional accounting qualification (e.g. CA, ACCA, ACA, CPA, CIMA).
    Proficiency in English

    Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience

    5 years’ experience in a similar role with working knowledge of SUN and processing payments on bank platforms.
    Proven track record of accounting experience.
    Working knowledge on Payroll and related legislation guidelines,
    Ledger entry analysis and interpretation, generating reports and data analysis and interpretation.
    Designing reports for internal and external reporting and in-depth knowledge and experience working within the accounting technical area/field.
    Able to work virtually and effectively support others to meet tight deadlines and address multiple priorities.
    Ability to work in a multicultural and multi-country context.
    Willing to work in unsocial hours in case of emergencies, when necessary, across time zones as required with ActionAid internal and external stakeholders.

    Apply via :

    al.bamboohr.com

  • Accounts Payable Accountant

    Accounts Payable Accountant

    Summary of Role:  

    Processing checks, wires, and ACH payments. Delivers customer service based on accounting policies and procedures and meets or exceeds expectations of entire organization. Reconciles relevant accounts monthly, leads relevant month-end close tasks, leads audit-support tasks, as assigned.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Recording, Analysis and Reporting: 

    Payment Processing: Processes checks, wires and ACH payments.
    Customer Service: Delivers customer service based on accounting policies and procedures and meets or exceeds expectations of entire organization.
    Enters data accurately into Serenic accounting system.
    Initiates payment on invoices in a timely manner.
    Travel Expenses: Reviews of all travel expense reports to ensure accuracy and adherence to travel policy.

    Compliance/Document Verification:

    Reviews all data on invoices, purchase orders and requisitions to ensure proper Reviews all supporting documents to verify completeness and accuracy.

    Accounting Support:

    Conducts month-end close process, including reconciliation of accounts payable and travel advances.
    Leads tasks related to annual audit, as assigned.

    Process and Tools Continuous Improvement:

    Develops process improvement tools, job aids, etc. relevant to position, as assigned.

    Capacity Building and Development:

    Leads training to other business units on accounting forms and proper coding

    Required Education and Work Experience:

    Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or equivalent, or a combination of education and experience that yields the required competencies.
    3 years’ finance and accounting experience, preferably in an international, nonprofit organization
    Accounting Principles and Practices: Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures, with a focus on accounts payable.
    Reconciliation: Advanced knowledge and ability to manage complex account reconciliations according to standards and guidelines.
    Reporting: Advanced knowledge of financial reporting process.
    Accounting Systems and Tools: Advanced knowledge of accounting systems, data and spreadsheets.

    Preferred Competence and Work Experience:

    Work experience in international Finance and Accounting in an organization of at least $50M in revenue with multiple international offices.
    Work experience with Serenic/Microsoft Dynamics NAV accounting system and UKG payroll/HRIS.
    Work experience with government grants and contracts.

    Other Information: 

    Technology to be Used:

    Uses cellular and office phone, laptop, or desktop computer.

    Travel Requirements:

    Travel required (10% or less)

    Apply via :

    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Social Work Assistant

    Social Work Assistant

    Overview

    The Social Work Assistant reports to a Social Worker, Senior Social Worker and/or the Lead Social Worker and Social Work Manager.
    The Social Worker works with the families in the community to ensure that the children beneficiaries of Tushinde Children’s Trust are attending school and are being well cared for at home.

    Key Duties include:

    To identify and locate children who are beneficiaries of Tushinde Children’s Trust, together with their supervisors complete a detailed case assessment.
    To establish relations with the child’s parent or guardian, the school the child attends and other key players in the child’s livelihood.
    To act as the liaison between the child, parent or guardian, the schools and Tushinde Children’s Trust.
    To follow up the attendance of children in the school, their performance in class and their general health and wellbeing.
    To follow up the children in regards to their development and health.
    To make appropriate referrals for the caregivers and the children to access needed services such as health and child protection services.
    To implement an effective individual case management system for the beneficiaries of Tushinde Children’s Trust.
    To provide awareness raising activities and training to beneficiaries on needs basis; i.e life skills training.
    To ensure to his or her best knowledge that the rights of the child are not compromised and that the child is protected from potentially abusive situations.
    Take lead on the daycare programme, by assessing and monitoring children’s development, identifying children at risk and linking them to quality health facilities; regular follow up of children who show no signs of growth improvement and train day care staff on good practices regarding child care and Development.
    Engage our beneficiaries on the Tushinde programme Journey.
    To provide management with a story and photographs of the achievements and challenges affecting Tushinde at least monthly.
    Any roles assigned by the Executive Director, Senior Social Worker, Social Work Manager or the Office Manager.

    Key Responsibilities:

    To follow the policies and procedures of Tushinde Children’s Trust at all times and to be an active contributor to reviews of such.
    To be responsible for the documentation (M-Pesa account numbers, names of guardians etc.) and follow up cash transfers direct to the families.

    To keep accurate, up to date records on each child with regards to;

    Copies of official documents for the child and key parent/ guardian.
    School enrolment
    School attendance
    School performance
    Weight and height of child recorded at least once quarterly
    Details of home situation
    Details of recipient of cash transfers
    Contact details of relevant parties; school, parents etc
    Signed memorandum of understanding between parent or guardian and Tushinde Children’s Trust
    Signed agreement regarding breakdown of annual payments
    Payments to families
    Follow up of discrepancies, complaints and any other issue regarding the sponsored child.
    To comply with Tushinde Children’s Trust financial procedure and maintain high standards of accountability in the expense of funds (due- time return of receipts etc.)
    To prepare individual weekly and monthly work plans
    To compile monthly activity reports for the Social Work Manager and any other reporting required by Tushinde Children’s Trust
    To organise regular meetings and other events with the sponsored children and their parents and guardians
    To perform any other duties requested by the Social Work Manager, the UK Director and the Executive Director that is in the best interests of the sponsored child.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in social work and/or community development , or a related field.
    3 years of work experience as a social worker.
    Must have exceptional attention to detail.
    Strong organisational and time management skills, and ability to prioritise. Must be a self-starter and driven.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.
    Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and Google products.
    Must have a passion to work with vulnerable children, youth and adults.
    Must be able to work in a challenging environment.
    Must be conversant with child protection policy.
    Must have a certificate of good conduct.
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili,, both verbal and written

    Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a tailored covering letter to: jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk, using ‘Social Work Assistant’ as the subject of the mail by 16th February 2024. The cover letter must show that you have given serious thought to working with Tushinde. Please apply early; Tushinde reserves the right to recruit early should a suitable candidate be identified prior to the closing date.

    Apply via :

    jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk

  • Data Protection Officer Senior HR Officer

    Data Protection Officer Senior HR Officer

    Purpose of the Job: 

    To ensure overall compliance with laws, regulatory, ethical and integrity standards related to Data Governance. 

    Reports to: Head of Legal and Company Secretary 

    Job Description 

    Advising and monitoring data protection requirements, and escalating matters as appropriate, to the Head of Legal and Company Secretary; 
    Designing and assisting with the implementation and compliance of the privacy program, including policies, standards and procedures, tools, monitoring, metrics and reporting;  
    Acting as a point of contact with the local privacy regulators and co-operating with the regulators and any other relevant authority on matters relating to privacy and regulatory reporting. 
    Advising and training Senior Management and staff on data processing requirements provided under the law and facilitating capacity building and training to staff involved in data processing operations; 
    Promoting privacy by design working with local Product, Function and technology teams, reviewing and advising on data protection impact assessments, where necessary; developing an understanding of data processing activities, data flows and associated privacy risks. 

     Knowledge; Skills and Experience required for this Role  

    Bachelor’s degree in Law or any other related field 
    3-4 years’ experience in a Data protection role 
    Interpersonal skills 
    Organization and planning skill 
    Organizing and planning skills 
    A sound understanding of regulations affecting financial institutions  
    Ability to think strategically  
    Ability to understand and interpret financial information and principles  
    Expertise of Compliance laws, rules, regulations, risks and typologies; 
    Excellent written, verbal and analytical skills 
    Must be a self-starter, flexible, innovative and adaptive; 
    Highly motivated, strong attention to detail, team oriented, organized 
    Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions through concise and clear messaging. 

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    Interested candidates are requested to send their cover letter and CV to hr@rafiki.co.ke quoting the position applied for and the location on the e-mail subject on or before 16th February 2024 at midnight.  Note: “Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted” 

    Apply via :

    hr@rafiki.co.ke