Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Feb 9, 2024

  • Quality Management Systems Training

    Quality Management Systems Training

    The Quality Management system applies to all services that SECAEC offers. The scope of such services are linked to the vision and mission of the organization.

    Vision:

    To be a regional leader in combating structural poverty amongst producers in Africa and promote social and environmental responsibility.

    Mission:

    To facilitate the small holders to produce commodities in an economically, environmentally and socially sustainable manner that ensures good market access and improved prices for better quality of life.

    The services of the organization include:

    Project management;

    Project planning including project identification and formulation, Preparing project contracts,.
    Implementing projects with partners; Management, supervision and execution of projects with producer organizations, traders, NGO’s, National Coffee and Tea Boards.
    Project monitoring and evaluation including assesment of interim and final reports of project partners.
    Financial administration and monitoring of program activities
    Representing Solidaridad in seminars, conferences and other meetings
    Representing Progres Program and Network in the region as well as project management for Progress
    Central information and assistance point for different Certification standards

    Support functions

    Financial services
    Procurement
    Human resource management and training
    Staff travel
    ICT Services

    The training will cover the below topics but not limited to;

    QMS awareness and implementation
    Risk Management and Documentation
    QMS Internal Quality Auditing
    QMS issuance of internal auditor certificates.

    Deliverables

    This course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to ISO 9001:2015. The Consultant should Cover the following areas of ISO 9001:2015;

    Structure and terminology, including incorporation of the Annex SL framework
    The wider internal and external context of an organization’s QMS (Clauses 4 and 6)
    Detailed QMS requirements (broadly clauses 5 and 7 to 10)

    After completing of this course, attendees should be able to:

    Explain the purpose and intent of the series of management system standards
    Understand the application of the principles of quality management
    Explain the relationships between the clauses of ISO 9001:2015

    Timeline

    The duration of the training should not exceed five (5) working days.

    General Skills and Attributes

    Ability to work to deadlines
    High level of attention to detail
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Strong client relationship management and customer service skills
    Team player with the ability to work with multiple parties
    Intermediate to advanced computer software skills, including Excel and Accounting packages

    Qualifications

    The service provider should have Knowledge of the following quality management principles and concepts:

    The relationship between quality management and customer satisfaction
    Commonly used quality management terms and definitions and the seven quality principles as given in ISO 9000
    The process approach used in quality management
    The model of a process based QMS, the structure and content of ISO 9001
    Knowledge of the requirements of ISO 9001:2015

    Ethical principles governing the trainers professional responsibilities for this type of engagement are:

    Integrity;
    Objectivity;
    Professional competence and due care;
    Confidentiality;
    Professional behavior; and
    Technical standards.”

    Education:

    Certified professionals who can conduct QMS audits that adhere to the ISO 9001 standard.

    Experience:

    At least Five (5) years of experience in ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification Training.
    Knowledgeable in ISO 9001 standard, auditing concepts, and techniques.
    Sound knowledge of administrative procedures of the Government

    The firm/contractor is required to submit the EOI detailing the approach and methodology, budget, and work plan by 09 February 2024 at 5:00pm (EAT).Subject reference: ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management Systems training [insert firm/contractor name]Email: Submissions are by email to procurement.eca@solidaridadnetwork.org while addressed to:Attn: Managing DirectorSolidaridad Eastern and Central Africa Expertise CentreKilimani Business Centre, Kirichwa Road,P.O. Box 42234 – 00100 GPONairobi

    Apply via :

    procurement.eca@solidaridadnetwork.org

  • Solutions Architect

    Solutions Architect

    Job Purpose Statement

    To develop technical solutions to problems and opportunities presented by the Business. Functional and non-functional aspects of the technical solutions should be considered utilizing the available technology assets.

    The role will act as the technical lead for major system projects and will provide technical direction and proposals to meet the new business requirements or cover an existing functionality gap.

    Job Specification:

     A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or related field of study from a recognized university.
     At least one certification from the following CBAP, TOGAF, ITIL Foundation or Design Thinking and Innovation.
     At least 3 years background in software development inclusive of databases, applications, infrastructure, cloud technologies.
     Experience in software development lifecycle management using waterfall, agile & hybrid methodologies.
     Proven track record in designing and implementing mass market complex projects within the financial services industry.
     Ability to communicate and influence even in ambiguous environments with no formal authority.
     Familiarity with DevOps, Agile working and CICD
     Excellent planning and organizational skills with ability to breakdown complex items to actionable elements.

    Apply via :

    ke.ncbagroup.com

  • HR Manager

    HR Manager

    Description

    As the HR Manager of CSI Energy Group Kenya, your primary purpose is to lead and manage all HR-related functions and activities to ensure the success of the Company’s projects and development activities.

    You will play a crucial role insourcing, recruiting, and retaining top talent, implementing strong HR policies and procedures, fostering a positive work culture, implementing effective communication across the Company, and ensuring compliance with labour laws and Company policies.

    Based in Kenya, and reporting to the Project Manager, your contribution will directly impact the efficiency, productivity and well-being of our projects teams.

    Key responsibilities
    WORKFORCE PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT

     Manage the recruitment and selection process of new employees andconsultants, including job drafting, postings, resume screening, interviewing,job offers and induction and orientation training.
     Manage the offboarding of employees and consultants including managing the termination, doing the exit interview, collecting the Company’s property, disabling accesses to systems and facilities, etc.
     Collaborate with department managers to assess future workforce needs.
     Facilitate relocation, immigration and other responsibilities related to staffing administration.
     Follow up and ensure proper work and resident permits new applications, renewals, submission of returns for non-residents are adhered to.
     Develop and execute workforce planning strategies, including hiring, promotions, reskilling or upskilling and succession planning.

    HR ADVISORY & REPORTING

     Provide expert guidance and efficient support the department managers on rigorously and fairly managing performance, attitude, and culture-fit of employees all through the entire employee lifecycle.
     Provide expert guidance and efficient support to the Group’s leadership on HR and employee relations issues, including disciplinary action and conflict resolution
     Ensure reporting to Contracting EXCO on a monthly basis on current employee’s status including permit expiry, contract expiry, any strategic HR issue etc.

    HR TEAM MANAGEMENT

     Manage the HR team in Kenya, including hiring, training, and performance, attitude, and culture-fit management.
     Ensure that the HR team always remains attuned to the employees’ needs and challenges.

    EMPLOYEE/CONSULTANTS RELATIONS

     Manage employees’/consultants’ relations, addressing concerns, and fostering a positive work environment.
     Handle disciplinary matters, conflict resolution, and grievance procedures.
     Conduct regular employee engagement initiatives including employee satisfaction surveys.

    TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

     Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programs.
     Implement training initiatives to enhance employees’ skills and knowledge.
     Support career development and succession planning.

    COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

     Administer compensation and benefits programs including medical insurance, retirement plans, housing and transport and bonuses as applicable, and leave policies.
     Ensure timely submission of payroll related data to theFinance team of all regional offices and approve final payroll for payment
     Review and approve site employees’ time attendance and overtimes (with approved forms from site management)
     Verify and ensure completeness of documentation
     Report timely on any employee deductions, absenteeism, terminal benefits, bonus if any, etc.
     File and do a close follow-up of payroll tracker to ensure its updated
     Ensure competitive and fair compensation and benefits structures.
     Enable seamless communication with staff and consultants relating to their contractual terms and any changes.
     Stay informed about market trends to make recommendations for adjustments.

    HR POLICIES, PROCESSES ANDCOMPLIANCE

     Establish and implement lean, efficient and highly scalable HR policies and processes to source, hire, manage, assess, grow, and retain our talented workforce.
     Automate processes whenever possible, using available technologies in a creative way.
     Develop and conduct training programs for managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and processes.
     Ensure total compliance with local labour laws and regulations.
     Facilitate any process for any HR audit whether statutory or internal.

    HR DATA MANAGEMENT

     Maintain accurate employee records (including personal files, records of sickness, absenteeism and holidays) and HR Resource database as well as maintain accurate consultant records and expertise database, and ensure that all such HR data are updated into the Sharepoint system.
     Manage and maintain organizational charts and staffing.
     Ensure compliance of the records with all applicable data protection laws and regulations.

    PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

     Implement and manage performance appraisal systems.
     Provide guidance on goal setting and performance improvement plans.
     Drive the performance management process.

    ORGANISATIONAL CULTURE

    Develop and implement an organizational Culture, in line with the Group’s 8 key cultural elements: Respect, Focus and Effectiveness, Commitment and Accountability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Agility, Positivity, Safety and Teamwork
     Integrate culture-fit evaluation in all processes around sourcing, hiring, managing, assessing, growing, and retaining our people.
     Organise internal events and gatherings to promote team spirit and effective communication, strengthen employee engagement and enforce the desired organizational culture.

    HR BUDGET MANAGEMENT

    Prepare, review and manage the Company’s team and sites HR budget and ensure effective spend within the plan for remuneration, accommodation, travel plans, etc.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s or Masters Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
    At least 10 years of HR experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role
    Strong knowledge of Kenya employment laws and regulations
    Experience in an engineering/technical environment is a must
    Good mastery of Office 365 suite
    First class spoken and written English
    Good spoken Swahili

    Key competencies

    Credible, accountable and trustworthy
    An ambassador of CSI values and 8 key cultural elements
    Self-driven and entrepreneurial with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to “get things done”
    Courageous, with the ability to lead difficult conversations
    Excellent leadership skills
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with employees at all levels of the organization
    Ability to organise independently to meet deadlines.

    Apply via :

    www.csi.energy

  • Project Director

    Project Director

    The Role:

     This is a new role within the Center’s Program Division, this role will provide leadership and managerial and technical direction for a new multi-million-dollar restricted grant funded by Global Affairs Canada. The role will also provide leadership in identifying lessons from this grant to inform further institutional grants management system and process improvements. The grant aims to improve access to Sexual Reproduction Health Rights (SRHR) of women and adolescents in Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Guatemala, by building the requisite political and legal support at national, regional and global levels.

    About the project: 

    The project will implement legal advocacy strategies in the 13 countries and at the UN tailored to the specific systemic challenges and prevalent SRHR violations faced by women and adolescents in each context, while also drawing lessons learned to inform strategies across countries and via global processes. The project will also expand on the Center’s existing work with national level partners to build capacities of national legal entities and organizations. The project will build norms and standards with Africa regional and sub-regional bodies, as well a regional body in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Finally, protecting and advancing SRHR in global processes (e.g. UN General Assembly, Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), Commission on Population and Development (CPD), Human Rights Council, Treaty Monitoring Bodies (TMBs), and Special Procedures and Universal Periodic Review) form a crucial component of maintaining a circle of accountability prioritized by the project. As such the project crosses three Center departments. These are the Africa region, the LAC region, and Global Advocacy (GA).

    About the role: 

    The Project Director will guide an assigned project team to assure strategies and activities are responsive to the stated priorities of the Center’s grant agreement with GAC, as well as in line with the Center’s Africa, LAC, and GA departmental strategies. The Project Director will play a significant technical role in developing, monitoring, and overseeing the project, including ensuring synergies between Africa, LAC and GA implementation plans are maximized wherever possible. The Project Director will oversee the project budget, monitoring and evaluation plan, and the project risk and mitigation plan, with support from the Center’s program development, finance, and compliance teams. The Project Director will serve as the Center’s main liaison with GAC as it relates to this grant and it accountable for the successful management and delivery of the grant.
    This position will report to the Vice President of the Africa Region (based in Nairobi), with a dotted line to the Vice President of the LAC region (based in Bogota), and the Vice President GA (based in New York). The Project Director will line manage a Project Associate. A new position that is also currently under recruitment. Other staff assigned to the project will continue to directly report into existing Africa, LAC and GA departments.
    The position can be based in Nairobi where our Africa office is established in a hybrid model of 3 days working in office, 2 days working from home. Candidates able to work in one of our other global offices in New York City and Bogota will also be considered.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    Leadership:

    Lead the implementation of the project.
    Ensure the project plan can meet the ambitious outcomes expected by GAC, for example by identifying and addressing the gaps in existing Center Africa and LAC regional and GA existing implementation plans and providing direction for filling these gaps.
    Oversee project planning, paying close attention to the need to both deliver according to the plan and to learn and adjust the plans according to new opportunities and threats arising in the SRHR legal and advocacy landscape in the countries and spaces where the project will be implemented.
    Provide leadership to ensure alignment of the project with Africa, LAC and GA strategies as well as the overall Center global strategy.
    Manage the performance of the project team in line with the Center’s Human Resources policy, work plan and organizational values.
    Promote an organizational culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and commitment to quality.

    Grant Management:

    Provide overall project management for all project-related activities and oversee inputs of assigned staff to the project.
    Work with the Center’s Compliance Director to develop and implement and project risk and mitigation strategy, as well as plan to train staff and oversee grant compliance provisions assigned in the Center’s prime agreement with GAC.
    Work with the Center’s finance team to develop and implement appropriate project financial monitoring and compliance procedures.
    Ensure the flow of funds to partner organization comply with the Center’s onward granting procedures, and support project team to find efficiencies and good practice related to these partnership procedures in accordance with the Center’s partnership principles.
    Support the recruit and onboarding of project staff, as needed.
    Engage and manage external consultants as needed.
    Ensure proper reporting and accountability to internal and external audience, including
    Support new fundraising efforts related to project outcomes and activities.

    Technical Oversight:

    Lead the conceptualization and implementation of project activities.
    Ensure proper reporting and accountability to internal and external audience, including leading donor reporting process as specified in the Center’s prime award with GAC.
    Support the team to ensure a feminist, human rights and broader SRHR movement intersectional approach across project activities.
    Assure monitoring of the project work plans, and work with assigned M&E specialist to ensure appropriate monitoring, evaluation and learning strategy
    Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the VPs of Africa, LAC and GA on project implementation.

    Representation:

    Steward the relationship with the GAC project officer responsible for the project, working closely with the Center’s GA and development teams to align this relationship with our wider relationship with the Canadian government.
    Represent the Center in other external meetings as agreed.

    Qualifications:

    Over 15 years’ experience with significant experience in roles that focus or include project and grant management, MEL and leadership, preferably in an international NGO.
    A master’s degree in management, public health, development studies, law, or any other relevant field.
    Experience working on human/women’s rights and/or in the social justice sector in Africa, Latin America or at the global level with demonstrable experience leading implementation of large, restricted grants.
    Experience overseeing government grants ,particularly GAC grants, is a plus.
    Expertise in setting up systems for effective accountability, monitoring and reporting across teams and regions.
    Experience adapting context specific analysis, strategy, policies, and procedures to suit different audiences.
    Proven ability to manage projects workflow, including facilitating project scope, identifying goals and deliverables, planning and scheduling project timelines, and monitoring project progress.
    Experience managing across regions, remote staff and a range of priorities.
    Ability to influence, lead and collaborate with those that may not have a direct reporting relationship.
    Experience in providing non-profits technical assistance.
    Fluency in English a must (Spanish a plus)

    Behavioral Skill Sets:

    Commitment to the Center’s mission, purpose, and values.
    Diplomatic and tenacious: Possess strong relationships building skills with resolve. Must possess a “can-do” and “will-do” attitude and build effective relationships while sustaining focus and drive in the Sexual and Reproductive Rights protection agenda.
    Time perspective, planning organizing and work Impact: Must possess and exhibit a level of confidence in themselves and own work but must be able to take direction and criticism professionally.
    Management Skills: Strong organizational skills with proven ability to concurrently manage a large number and wide variety of projects with strict deadlines while working within a team setting across varied time zones.
    Teamworking and Flexibility/adaptability: Ability to work in a team and able to adapt to and work effectively within a variety of situations and with various individuals and groups. Understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives, adapting one’s approach as the requirements of a situation change. willingness to travel within Kenya, Africa Region and abroad, as needed.
    Creativity Innovativeness: “Out of the box” thinking perspective.
    Information Monitoring, Strong networking, and negotiation skills: Be astute at information gathering monitoring and networking.
    Initiative, energy, drive and follow up skills: Effectively respond to pressure or crisis situations and acts proactively and follow through on ideas, assignments, and open issues.

    A cover letter and resume must be included in your application. Please include these application materials as attachments.

    Apply via :

    reproductiverights.org

  • Sales Assistant Solution Architect User Experience (UX) Designer Full Stack Developer Database Administrator Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

    Sales Assistant Solution Architect User Experience (UX) Designer Full Stack Developer Database Administrator Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

    Job Description

    Our client, a leading retailer of educational books for learners and teachers in Kenya is looking for a hardworking customer-oriented Shop assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the store manager with working the floor, providing customer service, restocking the shelves and managing inventory.

    Job Responsibilities

    Receiving, processing, and organizing shipments and deliveries accordingly.
    Assisting customers in locating desired shop items.
    Informing customers of shop promotions to encourage purchases.
    Performing regular price audits to identify and correct price discrepancies.
    Processing customer payments using the shop’s point of sale (POS) system.
    Addressing and resolving customer complaints in a professional manner.
    Performing end-of -day cleaning duties.
    Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of store items to provide recommendations as needed.

    Other Requirements

    A minimum of 3 years’ proven experience as shop attendant.
    Diploma/Degree in sales and marketing or relevant course is preferred.
    Strong organizational skills.
    Detail-Oriented and effective communication skills.
    The ability to use Labeling and pricing equipment as well as the point of sale (POS) software.
    The ability to work and stand in a fast-paced environment.
    Exceptional customer service skills.

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    Apply via :

    www.racg.co.ke

  • Cook II – 2 Positions

    Cook II – 2 Positions

    REF: PU/ADV/01/01/2024

    REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF COOK II GRADE 3

    This is an entry level to this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.

    Academic Qualification

    The candidate must possess a minimum of KCSE Mean Grade D Plain, plus a Certificate in Food and Beverage production and Service, or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

    Experience
    This is entry level to this cadre in the University; however, the candidate should have at least one year work experience with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
    In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;

     Ability to work under pressure
     Arranging and garnishing food
     Food production, portioning and service
     Preparing all types of food
     Seasoning and cooking food according to recipes
     Serving food to waiters

    Skills
    The candidate must have skills in:

     Communication
     Culinary arts
     Food preservation
     Handling emergencies
     Multi-tasking
     Teamwork

    TERMS OF SERVICE Benefits for the above positions include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependents, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other regular allowances as determined by SRC.Interested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, providing details of age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email address, telephone, names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials.Applications and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to:
    The Vice Chancellor
    Pwani University
    P. O Box 195-80108, KilifiCandidates with foreign qualifications MUST submit a Certificate of Recognition from the Commission of University Education (CUE).Pwani University is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. The latter should attach their National Council for Persons with Disability (NCPWD) Certificate.The deadline for submitting applications is Friday 9th February 2024. Applications received later than this date will not be consideredPlease Note that: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
    Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

    Apply via :

  • Data Protection and Legal Officer Medical Physicist

    Data Protection and Legal Officer Medical Physicist

    REF: TNH/HRD/DPOL/1/2024

    Reporting to the Head of Risk & Compliance, the successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and enforcing Hospital wide data protection compliance framework and systems to ensure the Hospital is compliant with the Data protection laws and regulations.

    ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

     Act as the primary point of contact within the Hospital for members of staff, regulators, and any relevant public bodies on issues related to data protection.
     Advise the Hospital and employees on data processing requirements provided under this Act or any other written laws.
     Establishing a Data Protection framework and implementation plan, amend existing internal data protection policies, guidelines, and procedures, in consultation with key stakeholders including developing templates for data collection and assisting with data mapping.
     Support the Hospital in preparation of privacy statements for each processing operation, and ensuring processes are put in place to ensure that the privacy statement is provided to data subjects on all Hospital forms and/or literature, websites and other communication or data collection mediums.
     Promote a culture of data protection compliance across all units of the Hospital.
     Collaborating with the Information Security function to maintain records of all data assets and exports and maintaining a data security incident management plan to ensure timely remediation of incidents including impact assessments, security breach response, complaints, claims or notifications and responding to subject access requests.
     Promptly informing the direct supervisor about possible threats and incidents impacting normal workflow and data processing.
     Hold trainings with staff members across different Hospital units who are involved in data handling or processing.
     Perform Data Protection Impact Assessments for projects and any new products and services where personal data will be processed.
     Proactively conduct audits to ensure compliance and address potential issues regarding data privacy.
     Maintain records of all data processing activities carried out by the Hospital.
     Serving as a point of contact between the Hospital and Regulatory Authorities and co-operating with them during inspections and co-operate with the data
    Commissioner and any other authority on matters relating to data protection.  
    Interfacing with data controllers and data subjects to inform them about the use of their data, their data protection rights, obligations, responsibilities, the measures the Hospital has put in place to protect their personal information and to raise awareness on the above.
     Review vendor contracts to drive achievement of 100% inclusion of data protection clauses in partnership with Supply Chain, Information Security, and legal function.
     Ensure all queries from data subjects seeking to exercise their rights are responded to within required timeframes and required reports are timely filed with the regulator.
     Coordinate reporting of data breaches to data protection commissioner.
     Respond to all data protection queries on behalf of the Hospital
     Respond to any notice on data breach and make follow up for adequate reporting with lessons learnt for all identified data breaches.
     Work with management to prioritize business and information security needs.
     Identify and define new process improvement opportunities on data protection.
     Report on compliance gaps noted and ensure that the needed improvements are recommended.
     Work with legal team to ensure full compliance on all data protection laws.
     Providing quarterly status updates to senior and middle management and drawing immediate attention to any failure to comply with the applicable data protection rules.
     Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

     Law degree from an accredited law school or Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or an equivalent of the two.
     Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification/ Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)/ Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification
     Have carried out at least one Data Protection Impact Assessment exercise
     Minimum of three years’ experience working in a data protection compliance or a related field
     Strong project management skills
     Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive and confidential information
     Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail
     Great interpersonal skills and ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

    CORE COMPETENCIES

     Ability to provide legal advice and opinions
     Negotiation skills
     Drafting skills
     Communication skills
     Interpersonal skills
     Keen on learning new skills
     Team working skills
     Judgement and decision-making skills
     Planning and organising skills
     Integrity
     Confidentiality
     

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    If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application (cover letter & CV/Resume) quoting the job reference number, your current remuneration, testimonials and full contact details of 3 referees, to reach the undersigned not later than 9th February 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We shall ONLY accept ONLINE applications and contact SHORTLISTED candidates.The Nairobi Hospital does NOT charge recruitment fees.
    Head of Human Resources
    The Nairobi Hospital
    P. O. Box 30026 – 00100
    NAIROBI
    Email: recruitment@nbihosp.org

    Apply via :

    recruitment@nbihosp.org

  • Program Manager Interim Country Director

    Program Manager Interim Country Director

    The ideal candidate will have strong implementation oversight experience and an enthusiastic and proactive approach to building a program portfolio.
    Team empowerment and capacity strengthening background with strong communication and presentation skills are required. Experience in coordination and managing various stakeholders locally, regionally, and globally is also necessary for this position.

    What you will do
    The role of the Program Manager (PM) position is to be responsible for technical supervision, strategic direction, implementation, and quality assurance as well as monitoring of THESO program activities in Kenya and South Sudan, as well as relevant staff mentoring and capacity development under the leadership of the program Director.

    The PM is expected to follow THESO’s standards, procedures, and guidelines for project governance applicable to the projects. S/he is also responsible for the overall planning and coordination of all interventions, directly as an integrated approach across THESO areas of focus. S/he will lead the efforts to scale up THESO’s operations effectively address the immediate needs arising and ensure timely and quality provision of required support.

    In this role, you will:

    Develop program, technical SOPs / Guidelines, and Macro Logframes.
    Develop the Core Competency, including by identifying trends, technical standards, and donor priorities, as well as by leading and/or co-leading donor, diplomatic, developmental, and humanitarian stakeholders field visits and meetings.
    Lead the development of sound and evidence-based program project proposals and budgets for new projects/extensions of projects in conjunction with the relevant teams.
    Responsible for providing technical and implementation support and guidance to field-based program staff in implementing THESO project(s)
    Overall management of project staff, providing systematic training build capacity of technical staff and transfer key skills.
    Coordinate and manage program project/s implementation (activities, budget, and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies, and donor requirements.
    Closely coordinate with all contractual commitments and cross-thematic areas (including digital approach and environmental considerations) to maximize integrated responses.
    Ensure that key learnings are extracted from contractual commitments implementation and incorporate them in all thematic areas of contractual commitments and staff development processes.
    Contribute to fundraising, develop and revise funding proposals, budgets, and donor reports.
    Ensure compliance with contractual commitments across the program contractual commitments, THESO policies, program tools, handbooks, guidelines, and procedures to achieve high technical quality and synergies in project implementation.
    Liaise and collaborate with relevant local and national authorities, stakeholders, and donors and represent THESO in relevant forums/clusters/working groups.
    Contribute to the implementation of Safe and Inclusive Programming Minimum Standards across your area of work while promoting the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.

    What you will bring

    Minimum 10 years of experience within a humanitarian/recovery context.
    Minimum 7 years of program expertise (as Specialist/Technical Adviser and/or Program/Project Manager).

    Specific experience, knowledge, and expertise in:

    market analysis, cash-based interventions, and market-based programs.
    working in complex political contexts.
    program start-up and expansion experience and experience leading needs assessment, project monitoring and evaluation activities, and program development.
    working in remote management contexts is desirable.
    knowledge of the Middle East Region and Palestine context specifically.
    key technical standards (SPHERE, HAP, IASC, safe and inclusive programming, gender mainstreaming, IHL, humanitarian principles, etc.) with the ability to rate into programming.
    Advanced computer skills, especially in MS Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

    Understanding of and commitment to:

    working collaboratively with technical and operational colleagues within a matrix structure, including capacity strengthening.
    integrated programming and/or coordinating multiple sectors/CCs.

    Master’s degree in public health or related fields of study (would be advantageous).
    Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

    Valid driver’s license.

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    Interested applicants should send her/his CV with a cover letter and supporting documents addressed to the Operations Director, The Health Support Organisation (THESO). Email: hr@theso.org copying info@theso.org

    Apply via :

    hr@theso.org