Application Deadline: Application Deadline May 31, 2022

Education Specialist (Quality), P-4 (Readvertisement)

Purpose of the job:
Under the general supervision of the Regional Education Adviser, the post is expected to provide advanced technical assistance, quality assurance and knowledge generation/management and partnership building services to ESAR countries to support the improvement of education quality, including learning outcomes and equitable access to quality education in the region.
The post holder will lead two key areas of work:
Foundational Literacy and Numeracy: support Country Offices advocate for and implement cost-effective programmes that aim towards universal acquisition of foundational skills in the lower primary phase.
Reimagine Education: support Country Offices advocate for and implement high-impact technology for learning programmes and support and coordinate the five pillars of the global Reimagine Education programme (connectivity, world class digitial learning solutions, affordable data, devices and youth engagement).
Additionally, the post holder will lead in areas related to quality including, but not limited to, curriculum reform, teacher performance, system strengthening to improve learning outcomes and remote and hybrid learning.
Key responsibilities and functions:

To lead the development of regional analysis/es on education quality issues and the development of strategies to address the quality of education in the region, with a focus on systemic national approaches (e.g. national assessment, national standards, national teacher performance, school governance) and the scaling up of innovations, including those Technology For Development initiatives.
To co-ordinate and develop key partnerships focused on enhancing education quality. This includes building resource mobilization partnerships through Schools-for-Africa, bilateral donors, IFIs and private sector donors and building technical and strategy partnerships such as with AU, UNESCO, ADEA and SEACMEQ.
To provide guidance to all Country Offices on how UNICEF can support governments in enhancing education quality through undertaking country visits or providing remote support on issues around the quality of education, including on learning outcomes, teachers, ECD/ECE, transferable skills, curriculum, technology and learning.
Organise and facilitate or participate in meetings and workshops/seminars related to promoting quality education and support resource mobilisation efforts by partners, donors, and NatComs.
Contribute to the situation analysis, planning, and monitoring/review processes of the Education Sector in the region, including support for more rigorous analysis of analysis of interventions (including cost-effectiveness analysis) in collaboration with other ESARO colleagues.
For the ESARO Education Section, lead the quality assurance role for a series of countries, currently designated as: Botswana, South Africa, South Sudan and Zimbabwe.
Manage institutional and individual contracts as per UNICEF guidance and best practice to secure results for children.
Support to regional office management processes and for other section duties, as agreed with the supervisor.
Support ESARO with its oversight, quality assurance and technical assistance through the designated alternative country focal point role (currently Zimbabwe).

Qualifications:

Advanced university degree in one or more of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Education; Primary Education, or Social Sciences fields relevant to international development assistance. Some demonstrative capacity to identify and monitor gender inequalities, as well as develop and implement gender mainstreaming in programmes.
Eight years of progressively professional work experience at national and international levels in fields relevant to Education programmes.
Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an asset. Background/familiarity with Emergency.
Fluency in English, fluency in a second UN language (IP) is an asset.

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jobs.unicef.org

October 29, 2024
Regional MEAL Officer (RMO)

Reporting To:
Regional Humanitarian Manager
Qualification
At least a bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, development studies, M&E, social science or equivalent
Experience
At least 5 years’ experience of working in M&E with experience of developing M&E plans, training staff, capacity building, quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and reporting and/or other aspects of M&E development contexts, preferably with solid experience in humanitarian or any or more than one of the Islamic Relief priority sectors: livelihoods, WASH, education, protection, and emergency operations.
Location
100% Nairobi with frequent travel to country offices (Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, and Kenya).
Job Description
Reporting to the Regional Humanitarian Manager, the Regional Monitoring Officer will support the RHM to ensure that humanitarian response projects are implemented and reported on in a timely and of a qualitative manner according to the Country and Regional Programme Strategies and that the projects are well represented internally and externally. the officer is responsible for providing MEAL technical support and oversight to country offices and its partners within the region. These responsibilities include ensuring implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools, analyzing, and ensuring quality reporting, monitoring of outcomes and continuous performance improvement by undertaking and implementing all MEAL related activities as appropriate. The RMO is expected to develop and implement data quality assurance plan in the region. The RMO will also lead learning and reflection activities to improve program quality, monitor results and impact, share lessons learned, best practices and ensure that accountability and other cross-cutting issues are adequately incorporated into project and MEAL activities. The Regional Meal Officer is accountable to fulfil his/her roles and responsibilities in line with IRW’s code of conduct, values, and principles.
Monitoring and Evaluation

Contributing to Programme updates for the response management and internal information sharing, on a regular basis.
Consolidate output tracker data and support country team with data collection processes
Support country MEAL Coordinators with conducting assessments as needed.
Participating in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation, and reporting, with a focus on establishing Indicator Performance Tracking Table by project and guided by the MEAL plan, systemically cross-check this data for quality, accuracy, and consistency, and providing timely feedback as necessary.
Undertake regular monitoring to ensure project performance, quality, timeliness, and accuracy vis-àvis logical framework approaches (LFAs), results frameworks, performance monitoring plans and emerging best practices.
Lead monitoring of field level activities with quality benchmarks and course correction action planning

Accountability & compliance

Ensure accountability assessments are conducted and capacity of staff built to undertake accountability assessments.
Support Beneficiary Accountability across all programmes in keeping with the Accountability Framework, ensure prompt follow-up on feedback received
Support programming and field staff to ensure that projects are carried out with participation from all affected communities (including women) and that information is shared with affected communities.
Maintain the Conflict and Feedback Mechanism database and conduct regular analysis to inform decision making and future project designs
Ensure that all humanitarian programmes are designed and implemented in accordance with CHS

Programme Learning and documentation

Work with country MEAL team to promote learning culture and ensure learning is shared across field offices by encouraging cross learning between and within country teams, tracking trends and recommendations and progressing their implementation in the planning and project design where appropriate.
Support in programme documentation and sharing of learnings at the field level.
Participate in the design and implementation of quality evaluations (needs assessments, situational analysis, baseline, and end line assessments, real time evaluations etc;) by providing technical support and/or identifying resources within region and externally.
Support and/or promote utilization of data generated through MEAL activities and events such as monitoring visits, baselines, assessments, reviews, real time evaluations etc; by conducting regular and/or periodic trends analysis and producing short and precise internal reports in line with IR requirements

Programme Quality

Support proposal and concept note review, especially inputs such as the Logic model/theory of change, results frameworks, Programme Monitoring Framework and M & Plans
Enhance technical quality of programme and project design through continuous trainings and reviews
Support to examine programme implementation and assess possible improvements based on lessons learned, best practices, technical advances, etc.
Undertake field visits to support and facilitate quarterly and annual Programme and project reviews and lesson learned workshops to ensure programmes are progressing well, delivering the planned outputs, and are having the necessary impact.
Monitor country office programmatic and administrative systems including IR Quality Management Standards, CHS activities to ensure field offices are operating according to IRW policies and standards.
Support Regional Humanitarian Manager and the Country Programme team in fundraising efforts to market projects both within Islamic Relief Worldwide partners and externally (in coordination with Islamic Relief Fundraising mechanisms)

Programme/projects Reporting

Review and appraise donors/partners reports submitted by Country Offices to ensure they are of high quality and in accordance with donor requirements.
Follow up with Country Offices to ensure that donors and partners reports are submitted on time and in correct format.
Analyses Country Office budgets to ensure value for money and ensure that Programme support cost remain reasonable and cross-charged effectively against country support budget.
Report major deviation from compliance, project implementation plans and spending to the RHM
Support in ensuring that all the country internal reporting and donor requirements are met with timely, relevant, triangulated and well data validated.
Ensures that necessary reporting components are lined up in advance of report deadlines and responsible persons are followed up on the schedule
consolidate and submit the monthly, quarterly, annual project annual project reports.
Perform any other duties and responsibilities within the overall function of MEAL as and when requested.

QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

At least a bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, development studies, M&E, social science or equivalent
At least 5 years’ experience of working in M&E with experience of developing M&E plans, training staff, capacity building, quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and reporting and/or other aspects of M&E development contexts, preferably with solid experience in humanitarian or any or more than one of the Islamic Relief priority sectors: livelihoods, WASH, education, protection, and emergency operations.
Experience in setting up and/or managing M&E systems, preferably in INGO setting
Knowledge and/or experience of working on accountability initiatives, such as information sharing and complaints response mechanisms.
MS Office applications, Word, Excel, Power Point, Spread sheets and other Statistical software
Ability and willingness to travel to field sites and work in remote locations, often for prolonged periods of time
Full Knowledge and understanding of quality and accountability standards such as CHS and SPHERE standards among others
Experience in and proven ability to support, train and mentor staff and partners in monitoring and evaluation methodology
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation, and coaching
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind sets
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods
Fluency in English & Kiswahili
Commitment to and understanding of Islamic Relief strategy, vision, mission, values, and principle

Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, a copy of National ID, names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts. The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate the position title on the subject line. Send your application to Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke by Tuesday 31st May 2022h April 2022. NB: Please note that this recruitment, shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.

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Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke

October 29, 2024
Strategic Information Director

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for coordinating HJFMRI DoD PEPFAR SI requirements for the three program sites – 80%
Assist in managing SIMS visits when required by the DoD Public Health
Specialist (M&E) tensure required, follow-up and remedial visits are conducted and liaise with HQ.
Offer mentorship t3 different program M&E and programmatic staff in Kisumu West, the South Rift Valley, and with the KDF tundertake monthly reporting intMHRP IMPACT, analysis of outcomes, developing improvement plans, and tracking progress.
Be responsible for HJFMRI PEPFAR quarterly, semi-annual (SAPR) and annual progress reports (APR) reporting, and other ad hoc reports, required by OGAC and HQ. Ensure the IMPACT DATIM import process is successful during the reporting periods.
Oversee PEPFAR EMR and other digital innovations ie USHAURI, AfyaSTAT,
Web ADT, and mLab functionality and utilization by coordinating with M&E site managers.
Lead and coordinate data quality assessments (DQA) in all three programs timprove data integrity and quality, support service quality assessments (SQA) and continued supportive supervision, providing feedback on data quality issues tall facilities and the program leadership.

Lead in all program level and HQ level data and technical review meetings,

ensuring that all the required analysis are submitted in time and teams are fully prepared.
Capacity build program managers on IMPACT database use for reviewing results and performances of their programs domain areas.
Support and work closely with DoD PEPFAR sites and partners tnavigate
MHRP IMPACT and PEPFAR’s DATIM system and MER indicators, particularly with finer age disaggregation.
Strengthen the capacity of facility staff in data use for informed decision–making and program planning, through supportive supervision and mentoring on strategic guidance, standard operating procedures on data management and quality assurance measures.
Prepare templates, updates, special analysis and reports for HJFMRI and KDF management, as required.
Lead HJFMRI M&E and programmatic teams tanalyze programmatic data of specific modalities tbetter tailor strategies and interventions tmeet results and replicate innovative approaches. This includes identifying specific program assessments tbetter understand barriers and dynamics on the ground timprove program performance.

Assist timplement key PEPFAR DoD SI components as directed by the MHRP/HJFMRI Country Director – 15%

COP Development: Contribute tCOP development process by supporting the DoD – Public Health Specialist (M&E) tcomplete country level and mil-mil data pack, coordinate target calculations and target entry in DATIM, calculate required SIMS visits for DoD, lead target data entry, etc.
PEPFAR reporting (annual progress report and quarterly reports): Assist DoD
Public Health Specialist (M&E) in compiling DoD data for reporting requirements: quarterly reports and annual progress report.
Undertake other monitoring activities, as they arise.

Responsible for monitoring and evaluation of PEPFAR supported KDF program – 5%:

Work closely with KDF PEPFAR team and KDF staff tensure SI aspects of the work plan are developed, implemented, and targets are met.
Assist in the design, development and implementation of all digital solutions ie electronic medical record (EMR) systems andmobile applications within KDF facilities and in conjunction with M&E officers.
Ensure all the DHAPP reporting requirements are met

Manage and supervise the SI unit staff and provide technical oversight:

Oversee the quality and timely completion of data management assistants’ work such as data entry, DQA, SIMS, generation of reports, etc.
Provide mentorship, guidance, and supportive supervision of data management assistants.
Coordinate M&E activities within the MHRP HJFMRI SI unit.3

Requirements: Skills and Competence

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Biostatistics, Health Informatics, Information Technology, Public health, Monitoring and evaluation or any other advanced degree relevant tthe position.
At least seven years of demonstrated experience in monitoring large development programs, particularly USG-funded, HIV and other health programs are a plus.
Demonstrated experience in PEPFAR monitoring and evaluation systems such as SIMS, DATIM, Panorama for POART reviews, including MER indicators,
Proficiency with computer applications including MS Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and other applications.
Excellent skills in mentoring and coaching M&E personnel.
Demonstrated experience in data analysis and statistical packages such as Tableau, SPSS, SAS, STATA, or epi-info.
Excellent organizational and coordination skills and ability twork in a diverse team as well as independently.
Experience in developing monitoring/management and evaluation plans with clear targets.
Ability tmanage database systems.

Applications to be forwarded to nairobijobslogin@hjfmri.org on or before 31st May 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply via :

nairobijobslogin@hjfmri.org

October 29, 2024
Senior Advisor

Job Description:

The employee is responsible for the management and development of democracy assistance and governance projects in East Africa.
The employee will oversee The Oslo Center’s regional office in Nairobi and regional implementation.
The Senior Advisor will work together with and report to the Executive Director to assure strategic directions and enhance The Oslo Center’s representation in the region.
The employee will be responsible for implementing fundraising strategies and manage donor relations.
The employee will serve as a link between The Oslo Center- East Africa and relevant stakeholders including international donors, diplomatic communities, international organizations, political and elected officials, and civil society in the program countries.
The Senior Advisor will represent The Oslo Center – East Africa amongst democracy assistance experts, debates, and organizations.

Your Qualifications:

You have a bachelor’s or master’s in democracy and governance field (e.g., political science, developmental studies, law)
7–15 years of extensive experience in democracy and governance program implementation.
At least 3 years of senior management experience.
Extensive experience in Fundraising.
Familiarity and working experience of the local context in East Africa.
Experience working in a dynamic and fluid political environment.
An established skillset in developing and maintaining the international and local networks in democracy and governance.
Fluency in English and Scandinavian languages will be a plus (e.g., Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish).
Ideally good knowledge and experience of fundraising within the Scandinavian and European donor communities.

If you’re up for this role, please send your CV and cover letter to ock@oslocenter.no by 31st May 2022

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ock@oslocenter.no

October 29, 2024
Data Scientist Business Development Manager Fixed Wireless Access Sales Manager

We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist with mathematical and statistical expertise. The individual should also possess natural curiosity and creative mind to mine, interpret, clean our data and ability to collaborate with product design and engineering to develop an understanding of business insights.
DATA SCIENTIST JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.
Mine and analyze data from company databases to drive optimization and improvement of product development, marketing techniques and business strategies.
Assess the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques.
Develop custom data models and algorithms to apply to data sets.
Use predictive modeling to increase and optimize customer experiences, revenue generation, Ad targeting and other business outcomes.
Execute analytical experiments methodically to help solve various problems and make a true impact across various domains and industries
Identify relevant data sources and sets to mine for client business needs, and collect large structured and unstructured datasets and variables
Devise and utilize algorithms and models to mine big data stores, perform data and error analysis to improve models, and clean and validate data for uniformity and accuracy Reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR DATA SCIENTIST JOB

Masters or Bachelor’s degree in statistics, applied mathematics, or related discipline
Five (5)- Seven (7) years experience in data science
Experience working with and creating data architectures
Knowledge of databases such as SQL Server, Oracle and SAP
Understanding of reporting and data visualization/presentation tools such as PowerBi, Tableau, Business Objects and Periscope
Knowledge and experience with coding languages such as Java, C++, JavaScript, XML, JSON
Understanding of ETL frameworks and tools
Experience with distributed data/computing tools such as Map/Reduce, Hadoop, Hive and MySQL
Experience with digital marketing analytics tools such as Google 360 and Adobe Marketing
Experience in creating and using machine learning algorithms and statistics

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October 29, 2024
Project Manager (International) – Farming

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager who will support the Farming Team in the operational management and quality performance, delivery and review of the plans and projects. This is one of two roles supporting the Global Farming Team.
You will champion and embed a consistent project management approach across the programme to build accountability, transparency and quality across our global portfolio. This includes implementing the essential project management disciplines which underpin the successful delivery of our global campaigns within the Global Farming Team.
This is a central co-ordinating role within the global programme function that is responsible for supporting campaign and project teams to achieve ambitious goals. The Project Manager is a core member of global campaign teams and as such is responsible for promoting a performance orientated culture throughout all relevant functions and enabling the resources, learning & support mechanisms to sustain it.

Requirements

Proven experience of managing and co-ordinating a range of projects to a high professional standard and successful delivery within the private, public and/or charity sectors, building and launching new programmes of activity
Advanced ICT skills and experience of developing and using data systems e.g. CRM systems
Experience of engaging collaboratively with a range of external and internal stakeholders at all levels and internationally
Experience of developing & managing budgets
First class analytical skills able to assimilate, analyse and present data driven information quickly and accurately
Plan & think logically and strategically experience of developing operational and strategic plans and turning them into effective actions
Ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to problems and make recommendations that take account of long-term benefits and risks
Administrative, event management and logistical skills
A practical and can-do mindset and attitude
Excellent presentation, verbal and written communications skills; excellent written and spoken English

Apply via :

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October 29, 2024
Project Coordinator, African Environmental Defenders Initiative

Key roles and responsibilities: Project Coordinator, AED Initiative

As a thought leader on environmental defenders for the organization, coordinate with the AED project team to develop and implement strategies, projects and plans for the AED Initiative across the organization.
Collaborate with Natural Justice staff members, community-based partners and movements, other NGO/CSO partners in multiple countries, academia, government allies and technical experts to develop and implement legal and other advocacy strategies at the international, regional and national level aimed at enhancing the legal and policy protections of African environmental human rights defenders.
Assist to design and implement a comprehensive legal empowerment and capacity building program for community environmental human rights defenders in key focus countries.
Work with the Natural Justice project team to oversee and administer the African Environmental Defenders Emergency Response Fund.
Identify, build, strengthen and maintain networks and partnerships with relevant actors and stakeholders at national, international, and regional levels.
Represent Natural Justice at international, regional and national meetings relevant to environmental defenders.
Provide technical advice to partners, affected communities and other relevant stakeholders.
Work with the project team and partners to organize and conduct webinars, workshops and seminars to amplify the issues of grassroots environmental human rights defenders.
Write research reports, concept documents, academic papers, organizational reports, and other documents for publication.
Work with the staff of Natural Justice to apply for and oversee grants, including preparing donor reports, providing regular project updates and maintaining a good relationship with the donors.

Qualifications and experience required:

A minimum of at least 5 years of demonstrated work experience in human rights, environmental law, or other related fields. Experience working on programs/projects relating to the protection of African environmental human rights defenders will be an added advantage.
An undergraduate degree in law, political science or another relevant social science discipline. A bachelor of law and a post-graduate degree in law is desirable.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience working in several African countries and with professional fluency in English and French.
Knowledge and understanding of and experience working on law and policy advocacy initiatives on international, regional and national legal and policy processes and mechanisms for the protection of environmental human rights defenders.
Candidates with experience managing emergency response funds or initiatives will have an added advantage.
Experience coordinating with and supervising teams.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Shows initiative, good judgment, ability to think critically and problem-solve, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with clients, partners and staff, and to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups.
Ability and willingness to travel internationally.
Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations.

Applications should be submitted via email to nj.hr@naturaljustice.org with “Application for position of Project Coordinator, African Environmental Defenders Initiative” in the subject line.Applications must include:Please ensure that your application as a whole speaks to the required qualifications, experience, personal profile and key roles and responsibilities. Please do not apply if you do not meet the required experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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nj.hr@naturaljustice.org

October 29, 2024
Marketing Manager

JOB REF NO: KFC/HRA/MM/2022-1 POST
Job Purpose

This cadre is responsible for marketing the Kenya Film Industry both locally and internationally.
The officer will report to the Director Film Marketing and Distribution and will responsible for:
Initiating development, implementation and review of marketing plans, policies, strategies, guidelines, standards and procedures;
Coordinating development, promotion and marketing of the film industry in the local and international markets;
Promoting and marketing Kenya locally and internationally as a filming destination;
Managing the creation and planning of marketing campaigns for the film industry;
Formulating and implementing promotional and advertising strategies in liaison with distributors, film studios and filmmakers;
Liaising with local and foreign producers and distributors for marketing and promotion of film industry;
Coordinating market research on current trends in the film industry;
Promote preference and demand for local productions among Kenyan audiences; Coordinating organization of festivals and events to market and celebrate the Kenyan film industry.
Coordinating monitoring of the digital media and editorial calendar to ensure content is timely, relevant and engaging.
Coordinating monitoring of the digital media and editorial calendar to ensure content is timely, relevant and engaging.

Person Specifications

Have a minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been in a management position;
Have Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Marketing, Business Administration/Management, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Have Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Marketing, Business Administration/Management, Strategic Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
Be a member of a professional body where applicable;
Certificate in Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institutions will be an added advantage;
Be Proficient in computer applications;
Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, managerial and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results; and
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Please submit your application to mmrecruit2022@filmingkenya.com so as to be received not later than 31st May 2022.
Applications MUST consist of application cover letter, detailed CV with three (3) referees contacts; Indicate your current position, current remuneration, expected remuneration, e-mail and day-time telephone contact, relevant Certificates and Testimonials; and copy of National ID/Passport to be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Film Commission,
Jumuia Place, Second Floor, Lenana Road,
P. O. Box 76417,
00508 Nairobi.KFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Women, youth and persons with disability are encouraged to apply. Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of required
documents will not be considered.
Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Apply via :

mmrecruit2022@filmingkenya.com

October 29, 2024
Associate, Product & Operations

Job Description
Aceli Africa is seeking to hire an Associate to support in assessing the eligibility of agricultural loans for Aceli’s financial incentives. Interested candidates should send a cover letter indicating their qualifications for this position along with an updated CV by 5 pm East Africa time on May 31, with “Associate, Product & Operations” in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Only Kenyan nationals are eligible to apply.
Key responsibilities:
The Associate will report to the Senior Associate, Product & Operations, and work closely with the Impact & Learning Team to assess and onboard lenders, review loans registered by lenders against established criteria for incentives eligibility, and enhance Aceli’s engagement with lenders. Specific responsibilities include:

Provide support in reviewing applications and conducting due diligence on financial service providers interested in joining Aceli’s financial incentives program;
Participate in lender onboarding activities and track their loan registration against targets; Review and analyze loan data submitted by participating lenders to assess eligibility for financial incentives in line with the established guidelines;
Support in appropriately storing and retrieving all documents and data received from lending partners;
Proactively identify and support process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, dashboards and tools;
Support engagement with stakeholders to address any arising issues / questions from the financial incentives program;
Support with the relevant analysis for internal and external communication including periodic reports to stakeholders and donors.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Finance / Economics or similar fields;
Minimum of two years of full-time project management, investment or lending experience; Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Keen attention to detail;
Curious and entrepreneurial mindset;
Excellent time management with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines;
Problem-solving skills with ability to learn quickly;
Able to move fluidly between collaborative and independent work styles; and Familiarity with impact investment in general and/or agricultural lending in particular Personal commitment to having a positive impact on farmer livelihoods and economic development in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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jobs.smartrecruiters.com

October 29, 2024
Director of Research and Extension

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The Director of Research and Extension will be responsible for promoting and coordinating research, knowledge transfer, and community engagement within the University. The role holder will establish and maintain recognition of the University as a centre of excellence in research, knowledge transfer and community engagement, while representing an external face of the University for networks within relevant business sectors, community organisations, industry and Primary Health Care Sector. The incumbent will also make a significant contribution to the strategy for the postgraduate taught programmes in the University.
Key Responsibilities

Build capacity in research for staff, students and PHC workers
Ensure that research is being conducted and translated to policy and practice
Grow income from research
Institutionalize extension in university programs including enhancing experiential learning by connecting Amref University students to field projects as defined in their reformed curricula
Formulate University responses to policy issues around research, represent the organization in research forums; mainstream research in community engagement
Ensure that strategic cross-cutting issues are operationalized in research and Research, extension and business development are linked to Amref Health Africa programs
Achieve cornerstones for the success of research in the university

Key Competencies of the Research Director and Extension

Have earned academic credentials of at PhD level
At least ten (10) years’ experience in institutional research
Understands Primary Health Care environment in Africa
Experience in research, especially health related and be a respected leader in research in Africa and globally
Proven ability to raise funds for research
Competence in managing research partnerships
Experienced in networking, donor management and developing fundable grant proposals
Ability to work across cultures
A broad network and evidence of having established meaningful external stakeholder relationships across government and industry.
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills leading to demonstrably positive outcomes.
Demonstrated experience in leading research operations and research training in Africa and/or internationally
Outstanding interpersonal and influencing skills
Excellent communications skills

Personal Attributes

Team oriented with ability to build and lead teams
Ability to drive a culture of commitment, innovation and engagement
Commitment to the University’s mission and ethos
Possess vision, energy and passion
Personal commitment to diversity and equality

To apply for this job email your details to recruitment@amref.ac.ke. and have “Director Research and Extension” in the subject line. Only attach a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience

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recruitment@amref.ac.ke

October 29, 2024