Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline June 11, 2018

  • Programme Officer, Peace and Stabilization

    Programme Officer, Peace and Stabilization

    Job Details:
    Background
    The Royal Danish Embassy in Nairobi is currently employing more than 50 people, thus making it the largest Danish Embassy in Africa. The Embassy is an integral part of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and therefore shares the same overall objectives and the same visions, mission and values as the rest of the organization. The Embassy is accredited to represent Denmark in the areas of foreign policy and foreign economic and commercial relations as regards to the Republic of Kenya. The embassy also has the responsibility for overseeing relations in Somalia, Seychelles and Eritrea.
     Reporting
    The Programme Officer will report to the Coordinator for the Peace and stabilisation cluster.
     Key responsibilities include:

    The Programme Officer will coordinate, manage and oversee implementation of engagements under the PSP HOA, including support stabilisation, countering violent extremism, conflict mitigation, Rule of Law and prisons in Somalia and the Horn of Africa
    Undertake daily substantive and financial management of engagements as well as monitoring and regular reporting on programme performance.
    Coordinate and be in dialogue with implementing partners, other international partners and government institutions relating to PSP HOA engagements.
    Assist in the preparation, planning and organisation of appraisals, reviews, visits, missions, meetings and conferences and other relevant events.
    Represent the Danish Embassy in relevant meetings, working groups and coordination forums of direct relevance to the PSP HOA.
    Report on relevant developments relating to PSP HOA, including contributing to the Embassy’s regular political, stabilisation and security reporting.
    Contribute to Danish government policy papers, strategies, plans and programmes relevant to PSP HOA.

    Qualifications
    We are looking for a proactive and positive team player who is also skilled at working independently and often with short deadlines. The applicant is talented in navigating changing environments and independently drive agendas forward that are important to Denmark. The applicant must have:

    A relevant university degree (e.g. political, social sciences or similar).
    A minimum of 5 years professional working experience in the field of stabilisation and development programming, including experience with programme monitoring, substantive and financial management and risk management.
    Proven track record as an efficient Programme Officer in the area of development and stabilisation in conflict and fragile affected situations.
    Excellent English oral and writing skills are a requirement.
    Knowledge and working experience from the Horn of Africa and Somalia.
    Experience from working with political organizations/governments.
    Experience from a bilateral international partner is an advantage.
    Understanding the dynamics in relation to international development cooperation both bilateral and multilateral and coordination is an advantage.

    We can offer:
    Remuneration based on the level of experience. Employment is on a local contract and based on the relevant legally binding local labour market rules of Kenya.
    An attractive, professional and conducive working environment, great team spirit, competence development, and remuneration as Programme Officer.
    The work of the Programme Officer will be based in Nairobi but is expected to make regular duty travels to Somalia and Somaliland under due consideration of the Embassy’s security regulations. Participation in the MFA Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) course or the UN Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments (SSAFE) course is a requirement.

  • Animal Health Assistant

    Animal Health Assistant

    JOB GROUP CPSB 12
    Requirements

    Certificate in Animal Health and Production from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in Artificial Insemination from a recognized institution;
    Be registered by Kenya Veterinary Board;
    Have a valid motor cycle riding license;
    Certificate in basic computer applications from a recognized institution;
    Proven experience in Artificial Insemination;
    Good interpersonal and communication skills.

    Job Responsibilities

    Demonstration and training in animal husbandry techniques, and vector control;
    Treat sick or injured animals especially on common disease and disorder;
    Perform veterinary field extension services that include farm visits, barazas and field days;
    Assist in disease control programs including disease surveillance and vaccinations;
    Collect and document data on artificial insemination services and extension;
    Participate in the preparation of departmental reports;
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time;

  • Quality Manager Production Supervisor

    Quality Manager Production Supervisor

    Job Details
    Reporting to the General Manager, Engineering, Product Planning & Quality, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

    Develop, deploy and track Business Plan objectives for the quality function.
    Support Field Engineering function in the implementation of the Product Warranty process.
    Lead and participate in manufacturing quality reviews and support field product quality issues resolution.
    Lead the understanding and utilization of tools for product, process, and system improvement and problem solving.
    Enforce implementation of Built in Quality principle of Kaizen.
    Develop quality assurance plans by identifying critical control points and preventive measures; establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, and verification procedures; monitoring inventories.
    Develop, monitor and take corrective actions of key performance goals for quality function and direct reports.

    For appointment to this position, the successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
    Eight (8) years relevant experience with progressive management experience
    Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management systems 8 Exposure in a Manufacturing set up will be an added advantage.
    Process Improvement, strategic planning, attention to detail, communication and ability to deal with complexity skills.

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  • Regional Resilience and Livelihoods Coordinator Regional Infrastructure Coordinator

    Regional Resilience and Livelihoods Coordinator Regional Infrastructure Coordinator

    Purpose
    The Resilience and Livelihood (RL) Coordinator will have overall responsibility for the development and coordination of effective intervention in EAY. A strong emphasis will be put on development of the Resilience and Livelihoods Strategy and portfolio, increasing quality resilience work and multi-year self-reliance interventions.
    The RL Coordinator will work closely with the Regional Team, Country Directors and Head of Programmes in each country office to develop livelihood and resilience strategies, lead and/or support programme design as required, and provide quality assurance through regular engagement with field staff at project locations and monitoring. The RL Coordinator will not line manage livelihood field staff directly, but will provide strategic direction, technical guidance and assist with capacity building.
    Responsibilities:

    Lead in the development and launch of a new regional resilience and livelihood strategy and programme guidance, including developing training materials and guidance documents.
    Ensure high quality, innovatiive and timely resilience, market, food security, and livelihood assessments and provide prioritized recommendations for program interventions to the Regional team and Country programmes
    Design effective, systems-based programs in resilience, food security, agriculture and livelihoods, with an emphasis on inter-sectoral program responses and strategy, in collaboration with country teams, with a focus on innovations that respond to climate shocks and ecological degradation.
    Engage proactively with donors and regional institutions to promote and align DRC strategies towards political and funding environment,
    Campaigning DRC’s livelihood and resilience findings, best practice and evidence around displaced communities.
    Draft technical proposals and budgets for international donors and partners, work in close collaboration with DRC grants and finance staff to finalize proposals and respond to any requests for additional information
    Select and implement appropriate monitoring, learning and research systems; ensure consistent reporting and analysis of results to enhance program effectiveness and quality in collaboration with the dedicated regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) personnel
    Provide technical support on cash or voucher programming design and implementation, market systems development and financial inclusion, and internal collaboration among operational and programmatic stakeholders involved in cash/voucher programming to existing country programs remotely and through in-country visits or short-term deployments, in close collaboration with regional cash expert
    Facilitate and/or participate in relevant meetings, workshops, seminars and trainings; support technical coordinators from other sectors to apply a resilience, livelihoods and market-sensitive lens to inter-sectoral assessments and program design
    Build DRC staff capacity in the utilization of economic recovery methodologies and resources,
    Provide technical support as needed to existing country programs remotely and through in-country visits and short-term deployments

    About you
    To be successful in this role, we expect you to be a positive, mature leader with a proven track record of developing effective initiatives, programmes, and impact. You thrive in managing a wide range of responsibilities, and can effectively communicate and lead the country team. You enjoy working with teams of committed staff to build collaboration and capacity within the regional programmes and building strong relationships with the regional team.
    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate each of DRC’ five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: you focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process
    Collaborating: you involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: you take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: you act in line with our vision and values

    Moreover, we also expect the following:

    At least ten (10) years’ experience in developing resilience and/or livelihood strategies
    Master’s degree, in resilience/international development, food security, agriculture, nutrition or related field
    At least ten (10) years’ managing technical projects including at least two years in complex humanitarian and development settings
    Preferably ten (10) years’ experience in East Africa and/or in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions and/or conflict zones
    Excellent understanding of context appropriate resilience design methodologies such as permaculture, agro ecology for food security, water security and livelihoods, technical concepts and experience conducting detailed market, food security and livelihood needs assessments.
    Demonstrated experience in the Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach to market systems development
    Demonstrated ability to work across functions and sectors to design and implement high-quality market-based programming, and in-depth knowledge of supply chain and financial management and controls of cash and/or voucher programs
    Demonstrated experience in integrating social cohesion, good governance and conflict sensitivity in to resilience programming
    Demonstrated experience in integrating gender equity in to resilience programming
    Demonstrated experience in integrating natural resources management and area-based programming in to resilience programming
    Demonstrated ability to communicate technical expertise and standards and implement best practice approaches to implementing rapid, consistent, high quality emergency projects as well as protracted displacement situations
    Experience managing donor funded programs and grants; including staff management, budget oversight, monitoring and evaluation systems, and technical input to proposal-budget development and donor reports.
    Experienced with conflict related displacement issues
    Fluent in written and spoken English and preferably French

    DRC encourages all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of nationality, race, gender or age.
    Conditions
    Availability: July 2018
    Duty station: Nairobi – Kenya; This position is unaccompanied.
    Reporting: This position reports Deputy Regional Director
    Duration: 1 Year with possibility of extension, subject to performance and funding.

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  • Programme Officer, Peace and Stabilization

    Programme Officer, Peace and Stabilization

    Job Details:
    Background
    The Royal Danish Embassy in Nairobi is currently employing more than 50 people, thus making it the largest Danish Embassy in Africa. The Embassy is an integral part of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and therefore shares the same overall objectives and the same visions, mission and values as the rest of the organization. The Embassy is accredited to represent Denmark in the areas of foreign policy and foreign economic and commercial relations as regards to the Republic of Kenya. The embassy also has the responsibility for overseeing relations in Somalia, Seychelles and Eritrea.
     Reporting
    The Programme Officer will report to the Coordinator for the Peace and stabilisation cluster.
     Key responsibilities include:

    The Programme Officer will coordinate, manage and oversee implementation of engagements under the PSP HOA, including support stabilisation, countering violent extremism, conflict mitigation, Rule of Law and prisons in Somalia and the Horn of Africa
    Undertake daily substantive and financial management of engagements as well as monitoring and regular reporting on programme performance.
    Coordinate and be in dialogue with implementing partners, other international partners and government institutions relating to PSP HOA engagements.
    Assist in the preparation, planning and organisation of appraisals, reviews, visits, missions, meetings and conferences and other relevant events.
    Represent the Danish Embassy in relevant meetings, working groups and coordination forums of direct relevance to the PSP HOA.
    Report on relevant developments relating to PSP HOA, including contributing to the Embassy’s regular political, stabilisation and security reporting.
    Contribute to Danish government policy papers, strategies, plans and programmes relevant to PSP HOA.

    Qualifications
    We are looking for a proactive and positive team player who is also skilled at working independently and often with short deadlines. The applicant is talented in navigating changing environments and independently drive agendas forward that are important to Denmark. The applicant must have:

    A relevant university degree (e.g. political, social sciences or similar).
    A minimum of 5 years professional working experience in the field of stabilisation and development programming, including experience with programme monitoring, substantive and financial management and risk management.
    Proven track record as an efficient Programme Officer in the area of development and stabilisation in conflict and fragile affected situations.
    Excellent English oral and writing skills are a requirement.
    Knowledge and working experience from the Horn of Africa and Somalia.
    Experience from working with political organizations/governments.
    Experience from a bilateral international partner is an advantage.
    Understanding the dynamics in relation to international development cooperation both bilateral and multilateral and coordination is an advantage.

    We can offer:
    Remuneration based on the level of experience. Employment is on a local contract and based on the relevant legally binding local labour market rules of Kenya.
    An attractive, professional and conducive working environment, great team spirit, competence development, and remuneration as Programme Officer.
    The work of the Programme Officer will be based in Nairobi but is expected to make regular duty travels to Somalia and Somaliland under due consideration of the Embassy’s security regulations. Participation in the MFA Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) course or the UN Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments (SSAFE) course is a requirement.

  • Animal Health Assistant

    Animal Health Assistant

    JOB GROUP CPSB 12
    Requirements

    Certificate in Animal Health and Production from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in Artificial Insemination from a recognized institution;
    Be registered by Kenya Veterinary Board;
    Have a valid motor cycle riding license;
    Certificate in basic computer applications from a recognized institution;
    Proven experience in Artificial Insemination;
    Good interpersonal and communication skills.

    Job Responsibilities

    Demonstration and training in animal husbandry techniques, and vector control;
    Treat sick or injured animals especially on common disease and disorder;
    Perform veterinary field extension services that include farm visits, barazas and field days;
    Assist in disease control programs including disease surveillance and vaccinations;
    Collect and document data on artificial insemination services and extension;
    Participate in the preparation of departmental reports;
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time;

  • Quality Manager Production Supervisor

    Quality Manager Production Supervisor

    Job Details
    Reporting to the General Manager, Engineering, Product Planning & Quality, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

    Develop, deploy and track Business Plan objectives for the quality function.
    Support Field Engineering function in the implementation of the Product Warranty process.
    Lead and participate in manufacturing quality reviews and support field product quality issues resolution.
    Lead the understanding and utilization of tools for product, process, and system improvement and problem solving.
    Enforce implementation of Built in Quality principle of Kaizen.
    Develop quality assurance plans by identifying critical control points and preventive measures; establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, and verification procedures; monitoring inventories.
    Develop, monitor and take corrective actions of key performance goals for quality function and direct reports.

    For appointment to this position, the successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
    Eight (8) years relevant experience with progressive management experience
    Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management systems 8 Exposure in a Manufacturing set up will be an added advantage.
    Process Improvement, strategic planning, attention to detail, communication and ability to deal with complexity skills.

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  • Regional Resilience and Livelihoods Coordinator Regional Infrastructure Coordinator

    Regional Resilience and Livelihoods Coordinator Regional Infrastructure Coordinator

    Purpose
    The Resilience and Livelihood (RL) Coordinator will have overall responsibility for the development and coordination of effective intervention in EAY. A strong emphasis will be put on development of the Resilience and Livelihoods Strategy and portfolio, increasing quality resilience work and multi-year self-reliance interventions.
    The RL Coordinator will work closely with the Regional Team, Country Directors and Head of Programmes in each country office to develop livelihood and resilience strategies, lead and/or support programme design as required, and provide quality assurance through regular engagement with field staff at project locations and monitoring. The RL Coordinator will not line manage livelihood field staff directly, but will provide strategic direction, technical guidance and assist with capacity building.
    Responsibilities:

    Lead in the development and launch of a new regional resilience and livelihood strategy and programme guidance, including developing training materials and guidance documents.
    Ensure high quality, innovatiive and timely resilience, market, food security, and livelihood assessments and provide prioritized recommendations for program interventions to the Regional team and Country programmes
    Design effective, systems-based programs in resilience, food security, agriculture and livelihoods, with an emphasis on inter-sectoral program responses and strategy, in collaboration with country teams, with a focus on innovations that respond to climate shocks and ecological degradation.
    Engage proactively with donors and regional institutions to promote and align DRC strategies towards political and funding environment,
    Campaigning DRC’s livelihood and resilience findings, best practice and evidence around displaced communities.
    Draft technical proposals and budgets for international donors and partners, work in close collaboration with DRC grants and finance staff to finalize proposals and respond to any requests for additional information
    Select and implement appropriate monitoring, learning and research systems; ensure consistent reporting and analysis of results to enhance program effectiveness and quality in collaboration with the dedicated regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) personnel
    Provide technical support on cash or voucher programming design and implementation, market systems development and financial inclusion, and internal collaboration among operational and programmatic stakeholders involved in cash/voucher programming to existing country programs remotely and through in-country visits or short-term deployments, in close collaboration with regional cash expert
    Facilitate and/or participate in relevant meetings, workshops, seminars and trainings; support technical coordinators from other sectors to apply a resilience, livelihoods and market-sensitive lens to inter-sectoral assessments and program design
    Build DRC staff capacity in the utilization of economic recovery methodologies and resources,
    Provide technical support as needed to existing country programs remotely and through in-country visits and short-term deployments

    About you
    To be successful in this role, we expect you to be a positive, mature leader with a proven track record of developing effective initiatives, programmes, and impact. You thrive in managing a wide range of responsibilities, and can effectively communicate and lead the country team. You enjoy working with teams of committed staff to build collaboration and capacity within the regional programmes and building strong relationships with the regional team.
    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate each of DRC’ five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: you focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process
    Collaborating: you involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: you take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: you act in line with our vision and values

    Moreover, we also expect the following:

    At least ten (10) years’ experience in developing resilience and/or livelihood strategies
    Master’s degree, in resilience/international development, food security, agriculture, nutrition or related field
    At least ten (10) years’ managing technical projects including at least two years in complex humanitarian and development settings
    Preferably ten (10) years’ experience in East Africa and/or in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions and/or conflict zones
    Excellent understanding of context appropriate resilience design methodologies such as permaculture, agro ecology for food security, water security and livelihoods, technical concepts and experience conducting detailed market, food security and livelihood needs assessments.
    Demonstrated experience in the Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach to market systems development
    Demonstrated ability to work across functions and sectors to design and implement high-quality market-based programming, and in-depth knowledge of supply chain and financial management and controls of cash and/or voucher programs
    Demonstrated experience in integrating social cohesion, good governance and conflict sensitivity in to resilience programming
    Demonstrated experience in integrating gender equity in to resilience programming
    Demonstrated experience in integrating natural resources management and area-based programming in to resilience programming
    Demonstrated ability to communicate technical expertise and standards and implement best practice approaches to implementing rapid, consistent, high quality emergency projects as well as protracted displacement situations
    Experience managing donor funded programs and grants; including staff management, budget oversight, monitoring and evaluation systems, and technical input to proposal-budget development and donor reports.
    Experienced with conflict related displacement issues
    Fluent in written and spoken English and preferably French

    DRC encourages all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of nationality, race, gender or age.
    Conditions
    Availability: July 2018
    Duty station: Nairobi – Kenya; This position is unaccompanied.
    Reporting: This position reports Deputy Regional Director
    Duration: 1 Year with possibility of extension, subject to performance and funding.

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