Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Jan 31, 2019

  • Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

    Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    Under the supervision of the M&E Advisor, the M&E Officer will work with the UCSF M&E team, the Global Programs in-country M&E team and the National AIDS and STI Control Programme (NASCOP) Strategic Information (SI) team to:
    Support the M&E team with the development of standardized training content for HIV M&E related courses. Tasks would include the development of training materials and curriculum, workshop facilitation, support in documentation (through reports and published manuscripts), support in the development and implementation of recommendations resulting from course findings.
    Provide support in the development of e-learning materials, job aides, tool kits and standard operating procedures for HIV M&E courses. Inputs will include support in monitoring of an e-learning platform, monitoring of use of the e-learning system and dissemination of program materials to MOH and partner staff.
    Provide support in conducting data analysis on DHIS and /or DATIM HIV program data and preparation of relevant reports for national and county level dissemination. This will include downloading relevant data and providing support to county teams to develop their own reports for use in programming.
    Support implementation of evaluation studies that are being conducted by the M&E team. This includes supporting the development of study protocols, training materials, standard operating procedures, evaluation tools, piloting, training of evaluation team and monitoring of the study implementation under the supervision of the evaluation advisor.

    Minimum Requirements:

    A bachelor’s degree in public health in public health, statistics social science or relevant field is required.
    Minimum of five years of progressive professional experience in monitoring and evaluation of public health programs.
    At least three years’ experience working with MOH and/or partners’ in HIV/STI programs.
    Demonstrated working with Kenya MOH HIV program data including collecting, analysis and reporting.
    Experience in training and facilitation of courses for adult learners with varied cadres.
    Demonstrated ability in project design, data analysis, writing reports, monitoring, and evaluation of health programs.
    Ability to work with the team and independently.
    Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
    Availability to travel in-country to monitor and evaluate programs, conduct assessment and provide technical guidance to MOH and its partners
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili is requiredOther desired skills/qualities:
    Ability to summarize disparate information in a clear and concise manner
    Strong organizational skills in order to balance competing priorities
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Excellent computer skills, including word processing and excel
    Strong background in international health and monitoring and evaluation/research methods

  • Communication Officer Human Resource Officer Supply Chain Officer

    Communication Officer Human Resource Officer Supply Chain Officer

    Responsibilities
    The Senior Corporate Communication Officer’s specific duties and responsibilities include:

    Develop and ensure implementation of communication policy and strategies;
    Assist in handling publicity publications and internal communications;
    Coordinate and participate in the ORPP public functions and publicity events;
    Research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media, and manage office; publications, and in house newsletters;
    Prepare departmental work plans;
    Support in the implementation of ORPP communication approach with the media and other communication platforms;
    Maintain data and documentation arising from media monitoring
    Support in information development and update of office website, and social media platforms;
    Monitor and assess communication activity impact;
    Coordinate the preparations of the departmental work plan;
    Appraise officers under his/her supervision;
    Support in the implementation of effective internal and external communications strategies;
    Assist in handling publicity publications and internal communications;
    Support in information development and update of office website, and social media platforms; and
    Any other lawful assignment

    Qualifications
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

    Served in the grade of Corporate Communications for a minimum period of six (6) years in the public sector or in a comparable and relevant position in the private sector for accumulative period of nine (9) years;
    Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:- Public Communication, Public Relations, Mass Communication, Journalism or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
    Masters degree in Communication from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in Computer Applications Skills from a recognized institution
    Membership to a relevant professional body;
    Met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and
    Demonstrates professional competence and management capabilities

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  • Graphic Designer

    Graphic Designer

    He/she is a result oriented and self-driven individual, honest and enthusiastic a top and commendable verbal and written communication flare.
    The candidate must be conversant with all adobe creative suite especially creative cloud, Microsoft suite including Microsoft publisher and CorelDraw.
    Responsibilities

    Designing
    Operating Digital printer
    Imposition of jobs before printing
    Checking for overprints and color trapping and equally basic pre-press dos and don’ts
    Monitoring production so as to meet deadlines
    Ensuring operational excellence and meeting planned schedules

    Qualifications

    Relevant degree or diploma
    2 years’ experience in a busy design and print house
    At least 2 years technical experience working with design software and tools like CorelDraw.
    Must have Pre-press experience (imposition of jobs for plate making/printing)

  • Project Development Assistant

    Project Development Assistant

    Job Description
    Estimated Date of Interviews 6th, 7th, 8th February 2019
    The overall objective of the program in Kenya is to reduce mortality and morbidity by improving the health conditions and reducing vulnerability of people. Johanniter’s intervention aims to improve the provision of and access to quality health care, improve nutrition, improve food security and strengthen resilience of vulnerable communities.
    In Kenya, Johanniter International Assistance works exclusively through local partners. Our main partner is Africa Inland Church Health Ministries (AICHM).
    Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
    Overall Job purpose:
    The Project Development Assistant position is an international position within Johanniter International Assistance in Kenya structure. The overall objective of the position is to support the Head of Mission (HoM) on overseeing proposals development, report writing and grant management. A key deliverable of the position is to ensure high-quality proposals and reporting. A large part of the work is to maintain constructive and effective relationship with the partner(s) to attain the expected high-quality proposals and reporting.
    Reporting lines

    Reporting to: Head of Mission (HoM) (direct supervisor)
    Head of Desk Africa in Berlin HQ (next level supervisor)
    Receives technical advice from: Desk Officer HQ, Finance Controller HQ, Logistics Coordinator HQ, Regional Head of Finance
    Working with: Partners in Kenya and the Kenya team
    Standing in for: M&E Coordinator.
    Replaced by: M&E Coordinator

    Tasks
    Project development

    Maintain a strong, positive and constructive working relationship with the partners.
    Work closely with the Head of Mission and the M&E Coordinator to ensure delivery of quality outputs throughout the complete project cycle including design and preparation, implementation, review and reporting phases.
    In close collaboration with the HoM, M&E Coordinator and Desk Officer in Headquarters ensure high-quality reporting and proposal writing for all projects in Kenya, ensuring consistency of different sections and correct/report inconsistencies. Translate all relevant documents from English into German and vice versa.
    Maintain and circulate monthly reporting schedules, send timely reminders to partner, field teams, coordination team to ensure adherence to reporting schedules as to ensure smooth completion of work responsibilities related to project designs and reporting.
    Support the HoM in ensuring that the projects are being developed along the strategic priorities.
    Monitor and remain informed on the evolving humanitarian situation in the country, participate in health cluster meetings and other cluster meetings as relevant and when possible, participate in refugee programming coordination meetings.
    Contribute to country strategy and annual planning with the CD and M&E Coordinator.
    Travel to all project sites if required.

    Compliance

    Review and understand donor compliance and internal regulations and flag off to the SMT any problem/issue that may be foreseen.Provide training, when required, to staff and partners on compliance and reporting requirements.
    Help coordinate strategies to optimize the grants administration process, grant opening meetings, BvA meetings, and 90 days end-of-project meetings; take minutes during these meetings and follow-up on action points for aforementioned meetings.
    Monitor documentation provided by partner connected with donor-funded projects including all activities performance records.
    Ensure that project reviews are carried out periodically and that audits/evaluations are carried out as per the donor agreements. Ensure adherence to timelines for all report submissions in accordance with Johanniter and donor contractual agreements.

    Other:

    Support Head of Mission in any other relevant tasks that may arise

    Person Specification
    Profession/Qualification:
    University Degree in a relevant field or equivalent degree OR relevant work experience in similar position
    Experience:

    At least 1 year of experience in project proposal development, logical frame work, and report and proposal writing in the field of humanitarian aid and development cooperation
    At least 1 year of experience of overall project management in developing countries in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Experience in working with local partners including church partner organizations.
    Experience in working with German institutional donors (Auswärtiges Amt, BMZ) and of donor reporting requirements
    Experience in project needs assessment and budget management an asset
    Previous working experience in Kenya desirable

    Skills:

    Fluency in German and English with excellent verbal and written communication skills
    Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office
    Demonstrated strong writing and revision skills (in terms of content, structuring and copy-editing).
    Great attention to details
    Team player
    Ability to coach staff on technical requirements
    Diplomatic and an effective communicator at all levels
    Strong organizational skills
    Able and willing to work under stress and with tight deadlines.

    Terms and Conditions
    Start date: Monday, April 01, 2019
    Contract duration: Definite contract for 6 months (with possible extension)
    Remuneration: 37,590 – 39,560 € annual gross salary (according to Johanniter AVR-J internal tariff and depending on relevant previous working experience).
    Benefits: – Maximum one month salary as annual special payment (depending on length of service within the year)

    Social security provisions (lump sum 375 € per month) (for expats not falling under social security)
    International insurance package
    29 days annual paid leave
    Per diems (for international postings) for days in project country (currently 35 € per day)

    Please note that this position is unaccompanied.

  • F & B Manager

    F & B Manager

    Job Purpose
    Plan, organise, control and guide the activities in the F&B department so as to ensure the delivery of quality service to the hotel customers and increased profitability for the organisation. Provide leadership and direction to the department
    Responsibilities

    Initiating and implementing the department’s operating standards and procedures for the smooth running of the department
    Ensuring the maintenance and the delivery of quality standards that comply with the health and safety measures for the department
    Managing the staff complement so as to guarantee its smooth running and efficiency.
    Managing the staff performance and career growth
    Resolving customer complains/ assessing customer feedback and corrects
    Giving guidance on new and innovative menu and services to meet customer expectations. Training on new menu
    In liaison with Food Production, manage the dining reservations in respect to menu, pricing and special packages and keep within budget
    Marketing the Hotel products so as to achieve the financial goals of the hotel
    Acting as the duty manager
    Addressing customer feedback
    Any other duties delegated by the General Manager

    Qualifications

    Communication – The ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, orally or in writing
    Team orientation – ability to work cooperatively with other members of the team (HODs) with a full understanding of the role to be played as a team member
    People management – Ability to manage and develop people and gain their trust and cooperation to achieve results. Managing resources, people, programmes and projects
    Leadership – Capacity to inspire individuals to give of their best to achieve the desired results
    Customer Focus – Looking after the interests of the hotel guests and ensuring that their wants, needs and expectations are met/exceeded.
    Business awareness – Capacity to understand the business needs and priorities of the organisation and the capacity to identify and explore business opportunities.

    Knowledge, Qualification And Experience

    University Degree in Hotel and Hospitality Management
    7 years’ experience in the hotel industry in comparable roles
    Knowledge of ISO & FSMS standards is an added advantage

  • Food and Beverage Manager

    Food and Beverage Manager

    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    Taking appropriate measures to ensure guest satisfaction
    Organising outgoing vehicles with snacks, picnics and drinks
    Arranging and organising outside dining experiences and catering
    Tracking all meals eaten and beverages consumed
    Overseeing food and beverage orders ensuring camp stock is at an appropriate level
    Keeping track of breakages and losses that may occur
    Maintaining a physical inventory that is tracked and updated monthly
    Liaison with guest facilitators
    Ensuring dinning platforms are running smoothly with all necessary items
    Maintaining and ordering supplies and keeping supplies stocked throughout
    Maintaining the staff daily attendance, off days and managing leave requests for F&B staff
    Managing and organizing all aspects of kitchen related matters to the highest professional standards issued by the General Manager
    Strictly abiding by the policies and laws of the country in connection to food handling, hygiene, sanitation and storage
    Accountability for all aspects of running a successful kitchen operation
    Attaining food and beverage profit objectives relating to the department
    Maintaining proper professional cooperation and team work with all hotel departments whether direct or indirect related

    Minimum Skills and Qualifications Required

    Previous experience of at least 5 years in the hotel industry, preferably in Food Service at a Management level
    Fluency in Swahili and English, both verbal and written.
    Ability to use a computer proficiently
    Ability to lift moderately heavy objects
    Ability to walk large distances
    Capacity to prioritize and organize
    Control to think clearly and remain calm under pressure
    Skill to resolve problems using good judgment
    Capability to understand and carryout guest’s needs.
    Capacity to work with minimal supervision.
    Aptitude to maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data
    Ability to multi-task coordination.
    Ability to organize and motivate staff members
    Knack to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
    Ability to provide gracious hospitality at all times.

  • Food Coordinator

    Food Coordinator

    The positions will be based in Narok County, Kenya
    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    Work with the Food Pillar Team to help design and implement trainings based on the agriculture needs within the community
    Be a part of the team to ensure our trainings are aligned with the needs of the community
    Help support the creation, growth and sustainability of all Collective Farms
    Increase farm productivity based on best practices
    Help distribute and be an advocate for tree planting across the communities that we serve
    Help support with food/nutritional program disbursement at the primary school level and ensure proper utilization of resources
    Help compile and submit weekly and monthly reports on activities that have been performed in a particular month to your supervisor
    Be an ambassador for the values of the organization at all times

    Minimum Skills and Qualifications Required

    3+years’ experience in the execution of Agriculture programs/trainings
    Diploma in Agriculture
    Experience in project management a plus
    Ability to ride a motorcycle
    Attention to detail
    Honesty
    Ability to work well with diverse teams
    Analytical skills and ability to use systems for analysis and evaluation
    A good team player with excellent communication skills

    WE are delighted to have you join our journey to bring about change in the world.
    WE are proud and excited to have you as part of our team!
    WE sincerely thank all those who will apply, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Communication Officer Human Resource Officer Supply Chain Officer

    Communication Officer Human Resource Officer Supply Chain Officer

    Responsibilities
    The Senior Corporate Communication Officer’s specific duties and responsibilities include:

    Develop and ensure implementation of communication policy and strategies;
    Assist in handling publicity publications and internal communications;
    Coordinate and participate in the ORPP public functions and publicity events;
    Research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media, and manage office; publications, and in house newsletters;
    Prepare departmental work plans;
    Support in the implementation of ORPP communication approach with the media and other communication platforms;
    Maintain data and documentation arising from media monitoring
    Support in information development and update of office website, and social media platforms;
    Monitor and assess communication activity impact;
    Coordinate the preparations of the departmental work plan;
    Appraise officers under his/her supervision;
    Support in the implementation of effective internal and external communications strategies;
    Assist in handling publicity publications and internal communications;
    Support in information development and update of office website, and social media platforms; and
    Any other lawful assignment

    Qualifications
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

    Served in the grade of Corporate Communications for a minimum period of six (6) years in the public sector or in a comparable and relevant position in the private sector for accumulative period of nine (9) years;
    Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:- Public Communication, Public Relations, Mass Communication, Journalism or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
    Masters degree in Communication from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in Computer Applications Skills from a recognized institution
    Membership to a relevant professional body;
    Met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and
    Demonstrates professional competence and management capabilities

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  • Project Development Assistant

    Project Development Assistant

    Job Description
    Estimated Date of Interviews 6th, 7th, 8th February 2019
    The overall objective of the program in Kenya is to reduce mortality and morbidity by improving the health conditions and reducing vulnerability of people. Johanniter’s intervention aims to improve the provision of and access to quality health care, improve nutrition, improve food security and strengthen resilience of vulnerable communities.
    In Kenya, Johanniter International Assistance works exclusively through local partners. Our main partner is Africa Inland Church Health Ministries (AICHM).
    Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
    Overall Job purpose:
    The Project Development Assistant position is an international position within Johanniter International Assistance in Kenya structure. The overall objective of the position is to support the Head of Mission (HoM) on overseeing proposals development, report writing and grant management. A key deliverable of the position is to ensure high-quality proposals and reporting. A large part of the work is to maintain constructive and effective relationship with the partner(s) to attain the expected high-quality proposals and reporting.
    Reporting lines

    Reporting to: Head of Mission (HoM) (direct supervisor)
    Head of Desk Africa in Berlin HQ (next level supervisor)
    Receives technical advice from: Desk Officer HQ, Finance Controller HQ, Logistics Coordinator HQ, Regional Head of Finance
    Working with: Partners in Kenya and the Kenya team
    Standing in for: M&E Coordinator.
    Replaced by: M&E Coordinator

    Tasks
    Project development

    Maintain a strong, positive and constructive working relationship with the partners.
    Work closely with the Head of Mission and the M&E Coordinator to ensure delivery of quality outputs throughout the complete project cycle including design and preparation, implementation, review and reporting phases.
    In close collaboration with the HoM, M&E Coordinator and Desk Officer in Headquarters ensure high-quality reporting and proposal writing for all projects in Kenya, ensuring consistency of different sections and correct/report inconsistencies. Translate all relevant documents from English into German and vice versa.
    Maintain and circulate monthly reporting schedules, send timely reminders to partner, field teams, coordination team to ensure adherence to reporting schedules as to ensure smooth completion of work responsibilities related to project designs and reporting.
    Support the HoM in ensuring that the projects are being developed along the strategic priorities.
    Monitor and remain informed on the evolving humanitarian situation in the country, participate in health cluster meetings and other cluster meetings as relevant and when possible, participate in refugee programming coordination meetings.
    Contribute to country strategy and annual planning with the CD and M&E Coordinator.
    Travel to all project sites if required.

    Compliance

    Review and understand donor compliance and internal regulations and flag off to the SMT any problem/issue that may be foreseen.Provide training, when required, to staff and partners on compliance and reporting requirements.
    Help coordinate strategies to optimize the grants administration process, grant opening meetings, BvA meetings, and 90 days end-of-project meetings; take minutes during these meetings and follow-up on action points for aforementioned meetings.
    Monitor documentation provided by partner connected with donor-funded projects including all activities performance records.
    Ensure that project reviews are carried out periodically and that audits/evaluations are carried out as per the donor agreements. Ensure adherence to timelines for all report submissions in accordance with Johanniter and donor contractual agreements.

    Other:

    Support Head of Mission in any other relevant tasks that may arise

    Person Specification
    Profession/Qualification:
    University Degree in a relevant field or equivalent degree OR relevant work experience in similar position
    Experience:

    At least 1 year of experience in project proposal development, logical frame work, and report and proposal writing in the field of humanitarian aid and development cooperation
    At least 1 year of experience of overall project management in developing countries in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Experience in working with local partners including church partner organizations.
    Experience in working with German institutional donors (Auswärtiges Amt, BMZ) and of donor reporting requirements
    Experience in project needs assessment and budget management an asset
    Previous working experience in Kenya desirable

    Skills:

    Fluency in German and English with excellent verbal and written communication skills
    Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office
    Demonstrated strong writing and revision skills (in terms of content, structuring and copy-editing).
    Great attention to details
    Team player
    Ability to coach staff on technical requirements
    Diplomatic and an effective communicator at all levels
    Strong organizational skills
    Able and willing to work under stress and with tight deadlines.

    Terms and Conditions
    Start date: Monday, April 01, 2019
    Contract duration: Definite contract for 6 months (with possible extension)
    Remuneration: 37,590 – 39,560 € annual gross salary (according to Johanniter AVR-J internal tariff and depending on relevant previous working experience).
    Benefits: – Maximum one month salary as annual special payment (depending on length of service within the year)

    Social security provisions (lump sum 375 € per month) (for expats not falling under social security)
    International insurance package
    29 days annual paid leave
    Per diems (for international postings) for days in project country (currently 35 € per day)

    Please note that this position is unaccompanied.